PepsiCo Inc. (PEP)
PepsiCo Max Pain By Strike
PEP trades at $149.64, pinned near the near-term max pain of $147 expiring Aug 29, 2025 (4 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($135-$155), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 140 where 4 expirations converge.
PepsiCo Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for PEP shows stable levels around 143.29, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 14% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 149.64 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 140 (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 29, 2025 | 147 | -2.64 (-1.76%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 145 | -4.64 (-3.10%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 149 | -0.64 (-0.43%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 140 | -9.64 (-6.44%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 148 | -1.64 (-1.10%) |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 147 | -2.64 (-1.76%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 140 | -9.64 (-6.44%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 150 | 0.36 (0.24%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 140 | -9.64 (-6.44%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 135 | -14.64 (-9.78%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 155 | 5.36 (3.58%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 135 | -14.64 (-9.78%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 140 | -9.64 (-6.44%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 135 | -14.64 (-9.78%) |