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

Paycom Software Inc.

NYSE: PAYC · Real-Time Price · USD
217.51
2.66 (1.24%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
214.40
-1.43%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 06:59 PM EDT

Paycom Software Max Pain By Strike

PAYC trades at $217.51, 5.4% below the near-term max pain of $230 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($135-$230), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 230 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Paycom Software Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for PAYC shows an upward trend from 135 to 230, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 48% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 217.51. Strong magnetic level at 230 (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 230 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 230 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 200 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 175 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 135 n/a (n/a)
Jun 18, 2026 230 n/a (n/a)
Dec 18, 2026 195 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 190 n/a (n/a)
Dec 17, 2027 200 n/a (n/a)