Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC)
Ares Capital Max Pain By Strike
ARCC trades at $22.41, pinned near the near-term max pain of $22 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (31 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($21-$22), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 22 where 5 expirations converge.
Ares Capital Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for ARCC shows stable levels around 21.83, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 5% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 22.41 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 22 (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 22 | -0.41 (-1.83%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 22 | -0.41 (-1.83%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 22 | -0.41 (-1.83%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 21 | -1.41 (-6.29%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 22 | -0.41 (-1.83%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 22 | -0.41 (-1.83%) |