MediaAlpha Inc provides a platform that facilitates insurance carriers and distributors target and acquire customers. The company's technology platform brings insurance carriers and consumers together through a real-time, transparent, and results-driven ecosystem. It acts as a customer acquisition channel in the areas of property & casualty insurance, health insurance, and life insurance. It operates in the United States and generates revenue by earning a fee for each consumer referral sold on its platform.
Quick Stats
May 18, 202657.8
AI Score
HOLD0.28
Volume Ratio
Apr 29, 2026
Next Earnings
16
+ve Days (30d)
14
-ve Days (30d)
MAX Stock Summary
Last updated
MAX is currently trading at $8.305, positioned below its 200-day moving average of $10.83, suggesting bearish momentum. The stock has a 52-week range of $7.09 to $13.85.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $9.4, which is above the current price, indicating bearish near-term pressure. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads , suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is , which is negative, suggesting distribution or selling pressure. Our AI-powered investment score rates MAX at 57.8/100 with a HOLD recommendation.
MAX Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
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Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
MAX Price vs Max Options Open Interest
MAX Max Change In Options Open Interest
MAX Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MAX Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MAX Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MAX Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
18th May 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MediaAlpha, Inc. is not trading above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bearish.
MAX Moving Averages Analysis
MAX (MediaAlpha, Inc.) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated May 18, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 8.74 |
| 20 | 9.13 |
| 30 | 9.29 |
| 50 | 9.4 |
| 100 | 9.85 |
| 200 | 10.83 |
MAX Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 7.1736 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 12.5781 |
| Market Cap ($) | 435.2 million |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 0.64 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.0337 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | -- |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 1.3786 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 1.6685 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 13.7143 |
| Most Recent Quarter |