Moody's Corporation (MCO)
Moody's Max Pain By Strike
MCO trades at $485.03, pinned near the near-term max pain of $490 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (12 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($5-$490), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 480 where 2 expirations converge.
Moody's Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MCO shows an upward trend from 5 to 490, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 126% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 485.03 may cap rallies. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2025 | 490 | n/a (n/a) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 480 | n/a (n/a) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 470 | n/a (n/a) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 5 | n/a (n/a) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 480 | n/a (n/a) |
| May 15, 2026 | 380 | n/a (n/a) |