Costco Wholesale Corporat... (COST)
Costco Wholesale Max Pain By Strike
COST trades at $971.85, pinned near the near-term max pain of $955 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($860-$970), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 960 where 4 expirations converge.
Costco Wholesale Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for COST shows stable levels around 946.18, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 12% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 971.85 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 960 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | 955 | -16.85 (-1.73%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 955 | -16.85 (-1.73%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 970 | -1.85 (-0.19%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 960 | -11.85 (-1.22%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 950 | -21.85 (-2.25%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 960 | -11.85 (-1.22%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 945 | -26.85 (-2.76%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 960 | -11.85 (-1.22%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 935 | -36.85 (-3.79%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 970 | -1.85 (-0.19%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 925 | -46.85 (-4.82%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 960 | -11.85 (-1.22%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 950 | -21.85 (-2.25%) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | 940 | -31.85 (-3.28%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 940 | -31.85 (-3.28%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 860 | -111.85 (-11.51%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 950 | -21.85 (-2.25%) |