Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC)

ARCC trades at $20.15, 4.0% below the near-term max pain of $21 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($18-$22), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 21 where 3 expirations converge.

Max pain for ARCC shows a downward trend from 22 to 18, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 20.15 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 21 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.