First Commonwealth Financ... (FCF)

FCF trades at $16.82, 12.1% above the near-term max pain of $15 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($2.5-$6284.9), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 3 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for FCF shows a downward trend from 6284.9 to 2.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 498% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 16.82 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 3 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.