Cisco Systems Inc. (CSCO)
Cisco Systems Max Pain By Strike
CSCO trades at $67.25, pinned near the near-term max pain of $66 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($35-$70), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 65 where 5 expirations converge.
Cisco Systems Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CSCO shows a downward trend from 70 to 35, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 55% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 67.25 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 65 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | 66 | -1.25 (-1.86%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 62.5 | -4.75 (-7.06%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 68 | 0.75 (1.12%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 67 | -0.25 (-0.37%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 69 | 1.75 (2.60%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 65 | -2.25 (-3.35%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 67 | -0.25 (-0.37%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 70 | 2.75 (4.09%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 62.5 | -4.75 (-7.06%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 65 | -2.25 (-3.35%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 65 | -2.25 (-3.35%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 67.5 | 0.25 (0.37%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 65 | -2.25 (-3.35%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 65 | -2.25 (-3.35%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 60 | -7.25 (-10.78%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 60 | -7.25 (-10.78%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 35 | -32.25 (-47.96%) |