Verizon Communications In... (VZ)
Verizon Communications Max Pain By Strike
VZ trades at $44.38, 2.0% above the near-term max pain of $43.5 expiring Sep 12, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($40-$46), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 43 where 5 expirations converge.
Verizon Communications Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VZ shows stable levels around 42.82, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 14% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 44.38 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 43 (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | 43.5 | -0.88 (-1.98%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 43 | -1.38 (-3.11%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 44 | -0.38 (-0.86%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 45 | 0.62 (1.40%) |
| Oct 10, 2025 | 43 | -1.38 (-3.11%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 43 | -1.38 (-3.11%) |
| Oct 24, 2025 | 43 | -1.38 (-3.11%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 42 | -2.38 (-5.36%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 43 | -1.38 (-3.11%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 46 | 1.62 (3.65%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 42 | -2.38 (-5.36%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 42 | -2.38 (-5.36%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 40 | -4.38 (-9.87%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 40 | -4.38 (-9.87%) |