Cisco Systems Inc. (CSCO)
Cisco Systems Max Pain By Strike
CSCO trades at $66.93, 3.0% below the near-term max pain of $69 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is rising across expirations ($57.5-$70), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 65 where 5 expirations converge.
Cisco Systems Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CSCO shows an upward trend from 57.5 to 70, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 19% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Levels distributed around 66.93. Strong magnetic level at 65 (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 | 69 | 2.07 (3.09%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 70 | 3.07 (4.59%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 70 | 3.07 (4.59%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 65 | -1.93 (-2.88%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 62.5 | -4.43 (-6.62%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 70 | 3.07 (4.59%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 65 | -1.93 (-2.88%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 70 | 3.07 (4.59%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 65 | -1.93 (-2.88%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 65 | -1.93 (-2.88%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 62.5 | -4.43 (-6.62%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 62.5 | -4.43 (-6.62%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 67.5 | 0.57 (0.85%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 65 | -1.93 (-2.88%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 57.5 | -9.43 (-14.09%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 60 | -6.93 (-10.35%) |