Kadant Inc. (KAI)

KAI trades at $303.5, 2.1% below the near-term max pain of $310 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($95-$330), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 330 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for KAI shows a downward trend from 330 to 95, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 89% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 303.5. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.