Carriage Services Inc. (CSV)
Carriage Services Max Pain By Strike
CSV trades at $46.16, 2.6% above the near-term max pain of $45 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($25-$460), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 45 where 3 expirations converge.
Carriage Services Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CSV shows a downward trend from 460 to 25, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 402% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 46.16 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 45 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025 | 45 | -1.16 (-2.50%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 45 | -1.16 (-2.50%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 30 | -16.16 (-35.00%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 45 | -1.16 (-2.50%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 25 | -21.16 (-45.83%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 460 | 413.85 (896.64%) |