Palo Alto Networks Inc. (PANW)
Palo Alto Networks Max Pain By Strike
PANW trades at $176.35, 3.7% above the near-term max pain of $170 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($160-$190), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 170 where 9 expirations converge.
Palo Alto Networks Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for PANW shows stable levels around 172.63, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 17% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 176.35 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 170 (9 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 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 175 | -1.35 (-0.77%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 175 | -1.35 (-0.77%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 175 | -1.35 (-0.77%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 175 | -1.35 (-0.77%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Feb 20, 2026 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 180 | 3.65 (2.07%) |
| May 15, 2026 | 180 | 3.65 (2.07%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 175 | -1.35 (-0.77%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 170 | -6.35 (-3.60%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 190 | 13.65 (7.74%) |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 160 | -16.35 (-9.27%) |
| Dec 17, 2027 | 165 | -11.35 (-6.44%) |