RPC Inc. (RES)
RPC Max Pain By Strike
RES trades at $4.44, 77.6% above the near-term max pain of $2.5 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 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 5 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
RPC Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for RES shows a downward trend from 7.5 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 109% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 4.44. Strong magnetic level at 5 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 2.5 | -1.94 (-43.69%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 5 | 0.56 (12.61%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 2.5 | -1.94 (-43.69%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 5 | 0.56 (12.61%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 7.5 | 3.06 (68.92%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 5 | 0.56 (12.61%) |