Carnival Corporation & (CUK)
Carnival & Max Pain By Strike
CUK trades at $29.07, 16.3% above the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (24 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is rising across expirations ($20-$25), reflecting growing call interest at higher strikes. Key magnetic zone at 25 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Carnival & Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CUK shows an upward trend from 20 to 25, suggesting bullish positioning in longer-dated options. The 22% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 29.07 may cap rallies. 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 |
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Sep 19, 2025 | 25 | -4.07 (-14.00%) |
Oct 17, 2025 | 25 | -4.07 (-14.00%) |
Nov 21, 2025 | 20 | -9.07 (-31.20%) |
Feb 20, 2026 | 22.5 | -6.57 (-22.60%) |