Citigroup Inc. (C)
Citigroup Max Pain By Strike
C trades at $93.67, pinned near the near-term max pain of $93 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (2 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($50-$97.5), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 93 where 4 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Citigroup Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for C shows an upward trend from 50 to 97.5, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 58% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 93.67 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 93 (4 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 | 93 | -0.67 (-0.72%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 92 | -1.67 (-1.78%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 92 | -1.67 (-1.78%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 93 | -0.67 (-0.72%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 77.5 | -16.17 (-17.26%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 90 | -3.67 (-3.92%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 95 | 1.33 (1.42%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 92.5 | -1.17 (-1.25%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 80 | -13.67 (-14.59%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 70 | -23.67 (-25.27%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 77.5 | -16.17 (-17.26%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 97.5 | 3.83 (4.09%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 75 | -18.67 (-19.93%) |
| Jul 17, 2026 | 75 | -18.67 (-19.93%) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | 50 | -43.67 (-46.62%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 92.5 | -1.17 (-1.25%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 65 | -28.67 (-30.61%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 85 | -8.67 (-9.26%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 75 | -18.67 (-19.93%) |