Marcus Corporation (MCS)
Marcus Max Pain By Strike
MCS trades at $15.07, 13.9% below the near-term max pain of $17.5 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-$17.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 18 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Marcus Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MCS shows a downward trend from 17.5 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 111% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 15.07. Strong magnetic level at 18 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 17.5 | 2.43 (16.12%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 12.5 | -2.57 (-17.05%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 2.5 | -12.57 (-83.41%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 17.5 | 2.43 (16.12%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 17.5 | 2.43 (16.12%) |