MSCI Inc. (MSCI) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

MSCI Inc.

NYSE: MSCI · Real-Time Price · USD
565.31
0.65 (0.12%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
565.00
-0.05%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 06:21 PM EDT

MSCI Max Pain By Strike

MSCI trades at $565.31, pinned near the near-term max pain of $560 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($40-$570), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 560 where 3 expirations converge.

MSCI Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for MSCI shows an upward trend from 40 to 570, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 126% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 565.31 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 560 (3 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
Oct 17, 2025 560 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 570 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 560 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 40 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 560 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 570 n/a (n/a)
Dec 18, 2026 95 n/a (n/a)