iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA)
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF Max Pain By Strike
EFA trades at $91.81, pinned near the near-term max pain of $91 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (1 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($75-$94), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 90 where 7 expirations converge.
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for EFA shows stable levels around 87.47, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 22% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 91.81 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 90 (7 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 | 91 | -0.81 (-0.88%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 91 | -0.81 (-0.88%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 90 | -1.81 (-1.97%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 89.5 | -2.31 (-2.51%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 90 | -1.81 (-1.97%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 92 | 0.19 (0.21%) |
| Sep 30, 2025 | 86 | -5.81 (-6.32%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 90 | -1.81 (-1.97%) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 90 | -1.81 (-1.97%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 94 | 2.19 (2.39%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 85 | -6.81 (-7.41%) |
| Dec 31, 2025 | 81 | -10.81 (-11.77%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 80 | -11.81 (-12.86%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 90 | -1.81 (-1.97%) |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 75 | -16.81 (-18.31%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 90 | -1.81 (-1.97%) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | 87 | -4.81 (-5.23%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 83 | -8.81 (-9.59%) |