BlackRock TCP Capital Cor... (TCPC)

TCPC trades at $6.05, 21.0% above the near-term max pain of $5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($5-$7.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 8 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for TCPC shows a downward trend from 7.5 to 5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 36% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 6.05 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 8 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.