CBOE: CSM · Real-Time Price · USD
73.56
-0.22 (-0.30%)
At close: Aug 15, 2025, 2:59 PM

Max Pain By Strike

CSM trades at $73.56, 38.8% above the near-term max pain of $53 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (34 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($53-$80), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for CSM shows a downward trend from 80 to 53, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 42% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 73.56 may cap rallies. 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 19, 2025 53 -20.56 (-27.95%)
Oct 17, 2025 68 -5.56 (-7.55%)
Dec 19, 2025 56 -17.56 (-23.87%)
Jan 16, 2026 80 6.44 (8.76%)
Mar 20, 2026 66 -7.56 (-10.27%)