Cadence Design Systems In... (CDNS)
Cadence Design Systems Max Pain By Strike
CDNS trades at $349.83, 20.6% above the near-term max pain of $290 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (-1 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($250-$355), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 350 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Cadence Design Systems Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CDNS shows a downward trend from 355 to 250, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 33% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 349.83. Strong magnetic level at 350 (5 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 | 290 | -59.83 (-17.10%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 350 | 0.17 (0.05%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 350 | 0.17 (0.05%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 350 | 0.17 (0.05%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 355 | 5.17 (1.48%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 335 | -14.83 (-4.24%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 350 | 0.17 (0.05%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 250 | -99.83 (-28.54%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 330 | -19.83 (-5.67%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 310 | -39.83 (-11.39%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 300 | -49.83 (-14.24%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 300 | -49.83 (-14.24%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 310 | -39.83 (-11.39%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 310 | -39.83 (-11.39%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 350 | 0.17 (0.05%) |