Ares Management Corporati... (ARES)

ARES trades at $152.36, 7.7% below the near-term max pain of $165 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($97.5-$170), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 170 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for ARES shows an upward trend from 97.5 to 170, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 48% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 152.36. Strong magnetic level at 170 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.