MarketAxess Inc. (MKTX)
MarketAxess Max Pain By Strike
MKTX trades at $180.14, 2.6% below the near-term max pain of $185 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($7.5-$190), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 190 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 a downward trend from 190 to 7.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 132% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 180.14. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2025 | 185 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 190 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 7.5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | n/a (n/a) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 190 | n/a (n/a) |
| May 15, 2026 | 165 | n/a (n/a) |