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This Is How Derivatives Trading Swallowed the Entire Market

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The Complex World of Options Trading

This chapter unpacks the myths of options trading, particularly the fallacy that selling premiums guarantees steady income, while emphasizing the inherent risks involved. It discusses the disastrous collapse of Allianz's Structured Alpha fund, revealing manipulative practices leading to significant financial repercussions. Additionally, the chapter explores PIMCO's use of derivatives, the evolving market dynamics, and the rising short-term investment mentality that blurs the lines between investing and gambling.

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