Diageo (DEO)
Diageo Max Pain By Strike
DEO trades at $103.7, pinned near the near-term max pain of $105 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (7 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($105-$120), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 110 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Diageo Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for DEO shows a downward trend from 120 to 105, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 13% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels above 103.7 could support dips. 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 | 105 | 1.30 (1.25%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 110 | 6.30 (6.08%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 110 | 6.30 (6.08%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 120 | 16.30 (15.72%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 115 | 11.30 (10.90%) |