Nkarta Inc. (NKTX)

NKTX trades at $2.36, 5.6% below the near-term max pain of $2.5 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (31 days). Look for upward drift as max pain acts as a magnet pulling price higher. Max pain is rising across expirations ($2-$2.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 2 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for NKTX shows an upward trend from 2 to 2.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 22% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 2.36. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.