Cardinal Health Inc. (CAH)
Cardinal Health Max Pain By Strike
CAH trades at $149.63, pinned near the near-term max pain of $148 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($120-$165), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 145 where 4 expirations converge.
Cardinal Health Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CAH shows stable levels around 145.23, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 31% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 149.63. Strong magnetic level at 145 (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 | 148 | -1.63 (-1.09%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 145 | -4.63 (-3.10%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 145 | -4.63 (-3.10%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 145 | -4.63 (-3.10%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 145 | -4.63 (-3.10%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 150 | 0.37 (0.24%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 150 | 0.37 (0.24%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 155 | 5.37 (3.59%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 130 | -19.63 (-13.12%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 140 | -9.63 (-6.44%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 165 | 15.37 (10.27%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 150 | 0.37 (0.24%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 120 | -29.63 (-19.80%) |