MSC Industrial Direct Co.... (MSM)
MSC Industrial Direct Max Pain By Strike
MSM trades at $92.36, 8.7% above the near-term max pain of $85 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (13 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is stable across expirations ($80-$85), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 85 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
MSC Industrial Direct Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MSM shows stable levels around 83.75, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 6% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 92.36 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 85 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 85 | -7.36 (-7.97%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 80 | -12.36 (-13.39%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 85 | -7.36 (-7.97%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 85 | -7.36 (-7.97%) |