Mattel Inc. (MAT)
Mattel Max Pain By Strike
MAT trades at $17.95, pinned near the near-term max pain of $18 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (31 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($15-$21), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 18 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Mattel Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MAT shows a downward trend from 21 to 15, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 34% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 17.95. Strong magnetic level at 18 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.
Max Pain Table
| Expiration Date | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 18 | 0.05 (0.31%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 18 | 0.05 (0.31%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 15 | -2.95 (-16.41%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 17 | -0.95 (-5.27%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 18 | 0.05 (0.31%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 21 | 3.05 (17.02%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 15 | -2.95 (-16.41%) |