Schwab International Smal... (SCHC)
Schwab International Small-Cap Equity ETF Max Pain By Strike
SCHC trades at $43.74, 32.5% above the near-term max pain of $33 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (30 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($8-$95), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
Schwab International Small-Cap Equity ETF Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for SCHC shows a downward trend from 95 to 8, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 180% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 43.74 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 33 | -10.74 (-24.55%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 41 | -2.74 (-6.26%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 35 | -8.74 (-19.98%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 8 | -35.74 (-81.71%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 40 | -3.74 (-8.54%) |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 95 | 51.26 (117.21%) |
| Jan 1, 2031 | 86.25 | 42.51 (97.20%) |