McDonald's Corporation (MCD)
McDonald's Max Pain By Strike
MCD trades at $308.98, pinned near the near-term max pain of $305 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($280-$305), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 300 where 7 expirations converge.
McDonald's Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MCD shows stable levels around 296.62, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 8% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 308.98 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 300 (7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 305 | -3.98 (-1.29%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 302.5 | -6.48 (-2.10%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 300 | -8.98 (-2.91%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 305 | -3.98 (-1.29%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 300 | -8.98 (-2.91%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 305 | -3.98 (-1.29%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 300 | -8.98 (-2.91%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 300 | -8.98 (-2.91%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 280 | -28.98 (-9.38%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 290 | -18.98 (-6.14%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 290 | -18.98 (-6.14%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 285 | -23.98 (-7.76%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 300 | -8.98 (-2.91%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 290 | -18.98 (-6.14%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 290 | -18.98 (-6.14%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 300 | -8.98 (-2.91%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 300 | -8.98 (-2.91%) |