Middleby Corporation (MIDD)
Middleby Max Pain By Strike
MIDD trades at $133.01, pinned near the near-term max pain of $135 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7.5-$140), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Middleby Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MIDD shows an upward trend from 7.5 to 140, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 131% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 133.01 may cap rallies. 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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Oct 17, 2025 | 135 | n/a (n/a) |
Nov 21, 2025 | 140 | n/a (n/a) |
Dec 19, 2025 | 125 | n/a (n/a) |
Jan 16, 2026 | 7.5 | n/a (n/a) |
Mar 20, 2026 | 130 | n/a (n/a) |
Jun 18, 2026 | 95 | n/a (n/a) |
Dec 18, 2026 | 75 | n/a (n/a) |