Powell Industries Inc. (POWL)

POWL trades at $304.06, 16.9% above the near-term max pain of $260 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($7.5-$260), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for POWL shows a downward trend from 260 to 7.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 138% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 304.06 may cap rallies. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.