Verizon Communications In... (VZ)
Verizon Communications Max Pain By Strike
VZ trades at $44.36, 3.2% above the near-term max pain of $43 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (3 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($40-$44), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 42 where 5 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Verizon Communications Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for VZ shows stable levels around 41.93, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 10% spread suggests strong consensus on fair value. Most levels below 44.36 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 42 (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 | 43 | -1.36 (-3.07%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 43 | -1.36 (-3.07%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 43 | -1.36 (-3.07%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 43 | -1.36 (-3.07%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 42 | -2.36 (-5.32%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 44 | -0.36 (-0.81%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 42 | -2.36 (-5.32%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 40 | -4.36 (-9.83%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 42 | -2.36 (-5.32%) |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 41 | -3.36 (-7.57%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 42 | -2.36 (-5.32%) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | 42 | -2.36 (-5.32%) |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 40 | -4.36 (-9.83%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 40 | -4.36 (-9.83%) |