Cytokinetics (CYTK) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Cytokinetics

NASDAQ: CYTK · Real-Time Price · USD
56.97
0.65 (1.15%)
At close: Oct 03, 2025, 3:59 PM
56.01
-1.69%
After-hours: Oct 03, 2025, 05:03 PM EDT

Cytokinetics Max Pain By Strike

CYTK trades at $56.97, 13.9% above the near-term max pain of $50 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (11 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($30-$55), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 30 where 3 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Cytokinetics Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for CYTK shows a downward trend from 55 to 30, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 59% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 56.97 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 30 (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 50 n/a (n/a)
Nov 21, 2025 40 n/a (n/a)
Jan 16, 2026 42 n/a (n/a)
Feb 20, 2026 50 n/a (n/a)
Apr 17, 2026 50 n/a (n/a)
May 15, 2026 55 n/a (n/a)
Jun 18, 2026 45 n/a (n/a)
Jul 17, 2026 30 n/a (n/a)
Jan 15, 2027 30 n/a (n/a)
Jan 21, 2028 30 n/a (n/a)