Medifast Inc. (MED) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Medifast Inc.

NYSE: MED · Real-Time Price · USD
13.98
0.31 (2.27%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
14.29
2.22%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 06:26 PM EDT

Medifast Max Pain By Strike

MED trades at $13.98, 11.8% above the near-term max pain of $12.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($12.5-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Medifast Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for MED shows a downward trend from 95 to 12.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 284% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 13.98 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 13 (4 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
Oct 17, 2025 12.5 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 12.5 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 12.5 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 95 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 12.5 n/a (n/a)