CME Group Inc. (CME) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

CME Group Inc.

NASDAQ: CME · Real-Time Price · USD
270.28
1.55 (0.58%)
At close: Sep 26, 2025, 3:59 PM
270.15
-0.05%
After-hours: Sep 26, 2025, 07:54 PM EDT

CME Max Pain By Strike

CME trades at $270.28, pinned near the near-term max pain of $270 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($100-$280), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 270 where 3 expirations converge.

CME Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for CME shows an upward trend from 100 to 280, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 73% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 270.28 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 270 (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
Oct 17, 2025 270 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 270 n/a (n/a)
Dec 19, 2025 280 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 250 n/a (n/a)
Mar 20, 2026 260 n/a (n/a)
Jun 18, 2026 270 n/a (n/a)
Sep 18, 2026 280 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 230 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 250 n/a (n/a)
Jan 1, 2031 100 n/a (n/a)