Kevin Davitt
Head of index option sales and content at Nasdaq with expertise in NASDAQ-100 derivatives, market structure, and index strategy; frequently authors public-facing content to explain complex derivatives topics.
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Sep 17, 2025 • 13min
The Dot Plot Thickens
In this engaging discussion, Kevin Davitt, Head of Index Options Content at Nasdaq, shares his insights on Fed policy and labor market dynamics. He predicts a modest market reaction and dives into the implications of the latest dot plot for investors. Kevin explains how large-cap tech stocks are navigating interest rate changes and highlights the labor market's influence on future market directions. Additionally, he discusses why the cadence of earnings is unlikely to significantly impact options volumes, providing a comprehensive view of current trends.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 14min
Can December Deliver Market Cheer?
Kevin Davitt, Head of Index Options Content at NASDAQ, shares his insights on market dynamics as year-end approaches. He discusses the optimism surrounding December and the implications of NASDAQ 100 strength, while warning of potential risks like Broadcom's earnings and Japan's carry trades. Davitt dives into volatility trends, urging traders to be strategic with hedging. He also explores the evolving role of crypto as a risk barometer and the challenges posed by yen-funded carry trades in today's market.
Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 22min
NASDAQ 100, Options & Volatility: 0DTE, Tail Hedges, Structured Products — with Kevin Davitt & Nicholas Smith
In a captivating discussion, Kevin Davitt, Nasdaq’s Head of Index Option Sales, and Nicholas Smith, an Index Options Specialist, delve into the exciting evolution of the NASDAQ 100. They explore why this index is garnering attention from younger investors and its unique volatility traits. The pair dissect the rise of zero-day options and the influence of AI on market dynamics. With insights into tail risk hedging and global demand for NDX products, this conversation serves as a dynamic guide to the future of investing and option strategies.
