Norfolk Southern Corporat... (NSC)
Norfolk Southern Max Pain By Strike
NSC trades at $280.89, 4.0% above the near-term max pain of $270 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($140-$280), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 270 where 5 expirations converge.
Norfolk Southern Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for NSC shows stable levels around 258.44, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 54% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 280.89 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 270 (5 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 | 270 | -10.89 (-3.88%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 280 | -0.89 (-0.32%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 275 | -5.89 (-2.10%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 280 | -0.89 (-0.32%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 270 | -10.89 (-3.88%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 260 | -20.89 (-7.44%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 280 | -0.89 (-0.32%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 270 | -10.89 (-3.88%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 140 | -140.89 (-50.16%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 270 | -10.89 (-3.88%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 250 | -30.89 (-11.00%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 250 | -30.89 (-11.00%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 260 | -20.89 (-7.44%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 270 | -10.89 (-3.88%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 260 | -20.89 (-7.44%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 250 | -30.89 (-11.00%) |