McCormick & (MKC) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

McCormick &

NYSE: MKC · Real-Time Price · USD
68.78
-0.13 (-0.19%)
At close: Oct 06, 2025, 1:02 PM

McCormick & Max Pain By Strike

MKC trades at $68.78, 5.8% above the near-term max pain of $65 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($65-$70), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 70 where 6 expirations converge.

McCormick & Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for MKC shows a downward trend from 70 to 65, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 7% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels above 68.78 could support dips. Strong magnetic level at 70 (6 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
Oct 17, 2025 65 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 65 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 70 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 70 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 70 n/a (n/a)
Jun 18, 2026 70 n/a (n/a)
Sep 18, 2026 70 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 70 n/a (n/a)