VAALCO Energy Inc. (EGY)

EGY trades at $4, pinned near the near-term max pain of $4 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($3-$4), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 4 where 3 expirations converge.

Max pain for EGY shows a downward trend from 4 to 3, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 27% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 4. Strong magnetic level at 4 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.