MarketAxess Inc. (MKTX)
MarketAxess Max Pain By Strike
MKTX trades at $187.5, 4.2% above the near-term max pain of $180 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (13 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7.5-$190), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 190 where 2 expirations converge.
MarketAxess Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MKTX shows an upward trend from 7.5 to 190, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 129% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 187.5. 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 | 180 | -7.50 (-4.00%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 185 | -2.50 (-1.33%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 190 | 2.50 (1.33%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 7.5 | -180.00 (-96.00%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | -92.50 (-49.33%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 190 | 2.50 (1.33%) |