MarketAxess Inc. (MKTX)
MarketAxess Max Pain By Strike
MKTX trades at $188.73, 5.6% below the near-term max pain of $200 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (26 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($7.5-$200), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 190 where 2 expirations converge.
MarketAxess Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for MKTX shows an upward trend from 7.5 to 200, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 132% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 188.73. 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 | 200 | 11.27 (5.97%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 190 | 1.27 (0.67%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 190 | 1.27 (0.67%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 7.5 | -181.23 (-96.03%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 95 | -93.73 (-49.66%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 195 | 6.27 (3.32%) |