Reliance Steel & Aluminum... (RS)

RS trades at $284, pinned near the near-term max pain of $280 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($95-$300), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 290 where 2 expirations converge.

Max pain for RS shows an upward trend from 95 to 300, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 88% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 284. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.