Lumen Technologies Inc. (LUMN)
Lumen Max Pain By Strike
LUMN trades at $4.43, 10.7% above the near-term max pain of $4 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($1-$4.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 4 where 12 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Lumen Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for LUMN shows an upward trend from 1 to 4.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 94% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 4.43 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 4 (12 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 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 3.5 | -0.93 (-21.08%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 3.5 | -0.93 (-21.08%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 3.5 | -0.93 (-21.08%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 1 | -3.43 (-77.45%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 4.5 | 0.07 (1.47%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 4 | -0.43 (-9.81%) |