Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Options Max Pain Analysis | Strike Price Pressure & Sentiment - Stocknear

Duke Energy Corporation

NYSE: DUK · Real-Time Price · USD
122.79
0.42 (0.34%)
At close: Aug 29, 2025, 9:36 AM

Duke Energy Max Pain By Strike

DUK trades at $122.79, 2.3% above the near-term max pain of $120 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (21 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($105-$125), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 120 where 4 expirations converge.

Duke Energy Max Pain By Expiry

Max pain for DUK shows stable levels around 118.33, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 17% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 122.79 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 120 (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
Sep 19, 2025 120 -2.79 (-2.27%)
Oct 17, 2025 120 -2.79 (-2.27%)
Dec 19, 2025 120 -2.79 (-2.27%)
Jan 16, 2026 115 -7.79 (-6.34%)
Mar 20, 2026 120 -2.79 (-2.27%)
Apr 17, 2026 125 2.21 (1.80%)
Jun 18, 2026 115 -7.79 (-6.34%)
Sep 18, 2026 125 2.21 (1.80%)
Jan 15, 2027 105 -17.79 (-14.49%)