iShares MSCI EAFE ETF (EFA)
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF Max Pain By Strike
EFA trades at $92.1, pinned near the near-term max pain of $90.5 expiring Aug 22, 2025 (2 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 8 expirations converge.
iShares MSCI EAFE ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for EFA shows stable levels around 87.39, reflecting balanced market expectations. The 22% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 92.1 may cap rallies. Strong magnetic level at 90 (8 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 | 90.5 | -1.60 (-1.74%) |
| Aug 29, 2025 | 90 | -2.10 (-2.28%) |
| Sep 5, 2025 | 90 | -2.10 (-2.28%) |
| Sep 12, 2025 | 89.5 | -2.60 (-2.82%) |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 90 | -2.10 (-2.28%) |
| Sep 26, 2025 | 92 | -0.10 (-0.11%) |
| Sep 30, 2025 | 86 | -6.10 (-6.62%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 90 | -2.10 (-2.28%) |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 90 | -2.10 (-2.28%) |
| Nov 21, 2025 | 94 | 1.90 (2.06%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 85 | -7.10 (-7.71%) |
| Dec 31, 2025 | 81 | -11.10 (-12.05%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 80 | -12.10 (-13.14%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 90 | -2.10 (-2.28%) |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 75 | -17.10 (-18.57%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 90 | -2.10 (-2.28%) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | 87 | -5.10 (-5.54%) |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 83 | -9.10 (-9.88%) |