MarketAxess Inc. (MKTX)
MarketAxess Max Pain By Strike
MKTX trades at $190.29, pinned near the near-term max pain of $190 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7.5-$200), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 200 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
MarketAxess Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MKTX shows an upward trend from 7.5 to 200, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 132% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 190.29. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 190 | -0.29 (-0.15%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 200 | 9.71 (5.10%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 135 | -55.29 (-29.06%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 195 | 4.71 (2.48%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 7.5 | -182.79 (-96.06%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | -95.29 (-50.08%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 200 | 9.71 (5.10%) |