Gladstone Capital Corpora... (GLAD)

GLAD trades at $21.36, 5.1% below the near-term max pain of $22.5 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 ($8-$30), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 23 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for GLAD shows an upward trend from 8 to 30, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 104% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 21.36 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 23 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.