Akamai Technologies Inc. (AKAM)
Akamai Max Pain By Strike
AKAM trades at $74.59, 3.1% below the near-term max pain of $77 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($40-$85), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 85 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Akamai Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for AKAM shows an upward trend from 40 to 85, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 59% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 74.59. Strong magnetic level at 85 (4 expirations). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 77 | 2.41 (3.23%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 74 | -0.59 (-0.79%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 72 | -2.59 (-3.47%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 75 | 0.41 (0.55%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 40 | -34.59 (-46.37%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 85 | 10.41 (13.96%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 85 | 10.41 (13.96%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 85 | 10.41 (13.96%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 80 | 5.41 (7.25%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 85 | 10.41 (13.96%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 80 | 5.41 (7.25%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 80 | 5.41 (7.25%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 70 | -4.59 (-6.15%) |