Shoe Carnival Inc. (SCVL)

SCVL trades at $21.48, 4.5% below the near-term max pain of $22.5 expiring Oct 17, 2025 (19 days). Price stability likely with balanced options positioning at this level. Max pain is stable across expirations ($17.5-$22.5), indicating stable market expectations. Key magnetic zone at 20 where 2 expirations converge. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.

Max pain for SCVL shows stable levels around 20.00, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 25% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 21.48 may cap rallies. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.