B. Riley Financial Inc. (RILY)

RILY trades at $6.26, 3.7% below the near-term max pain of $6.5 expiring Oct 3, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($1.5-$7.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 5 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for RILY shows an upward trend from 1.5 to 7.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 106% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 6.26. Strong magnetic level at 5 (4 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.