Citigroup Inc. (C)
Citigroup Max Pain By Strike
C trades at $95.45, 3.8% above the near-term max pain of $92 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($65-$97.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 92 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Citigroup Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for C shows an upward trend from 65 to 97.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 38% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 95.45 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 92 (3 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 | 92 | -3.45 (-3.61%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 93 | -2.45 (-2.57%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 90 | -5.45 (-5.71%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 92 | -3.45 (-3.61%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 92 | -3.45 (-3.61%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 77.5 | -17.95 (-18.81%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 95 | -0.45 (-0.47%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 95 | -0.45 (-0.47%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 95 | -0.45 (-0.47%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 80 | -15.45 (-16.19%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 70 | -25.45 (-26.66%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 77.5 | -17.95 (-18.81%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 97.5 | 2.05 (2.15%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 75 | -20.45 (-21.42%) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | 75 | -20.45 (-21.42%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 92.5 | -2.95 (-3.09%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 65 | -30.45 (-31.90%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 85 | -10.45 (-10.95%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 72.5 | -22.95 (-24.04%) |