RPC Inc. (RES)

RES trades at $4.87, 94.8% above the near-term max pain of $2.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$7.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 3 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for RES shows a downward trend from 7.5 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 111% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 4.87. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.