TAL Education Group (TAL)

TAL trades at $11.17, 6.4% above the near-term max pain of $10.5 expiring Oct 10, 2025 (5 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($1-$15), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 1 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for TAL shows an upward trend from 1 to 15, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 170% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 11.17. Strong magnetic level at 1 (3 expirations). Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.