Akamai Technologies Inc. (AKAM)
Akamai Max Pain By Strike
AKAM trades at $75.95, 2.6% above the near-term max pain of $74 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($70-$85), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 80 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Akamai Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for AKAM shows a downward trend from 85 to 70, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 75.95. Strong magnetic level at 80 (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 22, 2025 | 74 | -1.95 (-2.57%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 72 | -3.95 (-5.20%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 75 | -0.95 (-1.25%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 80 | 4.05 (5.33%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 85 | 9.05 (11.92%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 85 | 9.05 (11.92%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 85 | 9.05 (11.92%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 80 | 4.05 (5.33%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 80 | 4.05 (5.33%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 80 | 4.05 (5.33%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 80 | 4.05 (5.33%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 70 | -5.95 (-7.83%) |