Marathon Petroleum Corpor... (MPC)
Marathon Petroleum Max Pain By Strike
MPC trades at $163.31, pinned near the near-term max pain of $165 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($105-$180), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 165 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Marathon Petroleum Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MPC shows an upward trend from 105 to 180, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 48% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 163.31. Strong magnetic level at 165 (4 expirations). 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 | 165 | 1.69 (1.03%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 165 | 1.69 (1.03%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 160 | -3.31 (-2.03%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 155 | -8.31 (-5.09%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 155 | -8.31 (-5.09%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 145 | -18.31 (-11.21%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 155 | -8.31 (-5.09%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 160 | -3.31 (-2.03%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 105 | -58.31 (-35.71%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 150 | -13.31 (-8.15%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 165 | 1.69 (1.03%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 165 | 1.69 (1.03%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 180 | 16.69 (10.22%) |