MFA Financial Inc. (MFA)

MFA trades at $9.19, 8.1% below the near-term max pain of $10 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is falling across expirations ($9-$980), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 10 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for MFA shows a downward trend from 980 to 9, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 566% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 9.19 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 10 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.