Marchex Inc. (MCHX)
Marchex Max Pain By Strike
MCHX trades at $1.97, 21.2% below the near-term max pain of $2.5 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$65), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 3 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Marchex Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MCHX shows a downward trend from 65 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 484% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 1.97 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 3 (5 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.
Max Pain Table
| Expiration Date | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 2.5 | 0.53 (27.23%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 2.5 | 0.53 (27.23%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 2.5 | 0.53 (27.23%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 2.5 | 0.53 (27.23%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 65 | 63.03 (3207.89%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 2.5 | 0.53 (27.23%) |