Moody's Corporation (MCO)
Moody's Max Pain By Strike
MCO trades at $521.46, 4.3% above the near-term max pain of $500 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($5-$500), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 500 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Moody's Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MCO shows an upward trend from 5 to 500, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 118% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 521.46 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 500 (3 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 |
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Aug 15, 2025 | 500 | -21.46 (-4.12%) |
Sep 19, 2025 | 500 | -21.46 (-4.12%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 500 | -21.46 (-4.12%) |
Nov 21, 2025 | 480 | -41.46 (-7.95%) |
Dec 19, 2025 | 470 | -51.46 (-9.87%) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 5 | -516.46 (-99.04%) |
Feb 20, 2026 | 490 | -31.46 (-6.03%) |