Scholastic Corporation (SCHL)
Scholastic Max Pain By Strike
SCHL trades at $26.05, 4.2% above the near-term max pain of $25 expiring Aug 15, 2025 (0 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is falling across expirations ($7.5-$97.5), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. Key magnetic zone at 13 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Scholastic Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for SCHL shows a downward trend from 97.5 to 7.5, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 315% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 26.05 may cap rallies. 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 15, 2025 | 25 | -1.05 (-4.05%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 25 | -1.05 (-4.05%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 12.5 | -13.55 (-52.02%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 20 | -6.05 (-23.24%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 97.5 | 71.44 (274.21%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 12.5 | -13.55 (-52.02%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 7.5 | -18.55 (-71.21%) |