Markel Corporation (MKL)
Markel Max Pain By Strike
MKL trades at $1955.99, pinned near the near-term max pain of $1970 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (6 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($35-$2050), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 1850 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Markel Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MKL shows a downward trend from 2050 to 35, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 130% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 1955.99. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 1970 | 14.01 (0.72%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 1850 | -105.99 (-5.42%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 35 | -1920.99 (-98.21%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 2050 | 94.01 (4.81%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 1850 | -105.99 (-5.42%) |