Velocity Financial Inc. (VEL)

VEL trades at $19, 5.0% below the near-term max pain of $20 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($5-$20), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 20 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for VEL shows a downward trend from 20 to 5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 90% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 19. Strong magnetic level at 20 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.