Verizon Communications In... (VZ)
Verizon Communications Max Pain By Strike
VZ trades at $44.15, 3.9% above the near-term max pain of $42.5 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($24-$43), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 43 where 6 expirations converge.
Verizon Communications Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VZ shows stable levels around 40.73, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 47% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 44.15 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 43 (6 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 | 42.5 | -1.65 (-3.74%) |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 42.5 | -1.65 (-3.74%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 43 | -1.15 (-2.60%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 43 | -1.15 (-2.60%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 43 | -1.15 (-2.60%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 42 | -2.15 (-4.87%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 43 | -1.15 (-2.60%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 42 | -2.15 (-4.87%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 40 | -4.15 (-9.40%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 42 | -2.15 (-4.87%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 24 | -20.15 (-45.64%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 42 | -2.15 (-4.87%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 42 | -2.15 (-4.87%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 40 | -4.15 (-9.40%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 40 | -4.15 (-9.40%) |