Tom Sosnoff

Tom Sosnoff, a veteran options trader and fintech entrepreneur known for founding Thinkorswim and TastyTrade, dives into the world of trading. He shares insights on his journey from pit trader to building a prop firm and emphasizes the importance of a contrarian mindset. The discussion also covers TastyTrade's unique math-driven approach to teaching trading, the impact of retail trading outcomes, and reflections on industry shifts, including Robinhood's disruption. Tom hints at future innovations in trading tools and community-building.

Tom Sosnoff, founder and CEO of Tastylive, joins the "Investing With IBD" podcast for a wide-ranging discussion that covers his approach to trading, using options during earnings season, how to manage risk and much more. Plus, Sosnoff shares how he handled trades in Tesla and Netflix, both with earnings reports hot off the press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Sosnoff, a serial entrepreneur and the mind behind Thinkorswim and Tastytrade, explores the evolving landscape of financial platforms. He shares insights on the rise of derivatives trading, emphasizing the need for efficient capital strategies. Tom discusses the unique culture at Tastytrade, which prioritized education and innovative content over mere pricing. Looking ahead, he introduces his new venture, Lost Dog, aimed at addressing wealth inequality through financial education and progressive tools. Expect engaging dialogue on risk management and trading strategies!

Tom Sosnoff, co-founder of TastyTrade and a seasoned options trader, brings a wealth of knowledge as he dives into the intricacies of market behavior. He discusses how perceptions shape trading strategies amid economic challenges. The conversation covers navigating volatility, the critical state of America's options markets, and the importance of focusing on the trading process over mere profits. Sosnoff shares insights on risk management and personal trading experiences, highlighting the need for integrity in the trading ecosystem.

Tom Sosnoff, Founder of TastyTrade and CEO of TastyLive, shares his remarkable journey as a trader and entrepreneur. He reveals secrets behind making 18,000 trades a year and trading as many as 100 positions daily. The discussion includes insights on market volatility, unique trading strategies, and the rise of new investment behaviors among younger traders. Sosnoff also explores the influence of high-frequency trading on markets and the intricacies of option trading, providing an inside look into the restless world of trading.

Tom Sosnoff, a seasoned options trader and co-founder of tastytrade, shares insights on trading dynamics and market behavior. He discusses how bond movements shape Federal Reserve decisions and warns against the dangers of politicizing the Fed. Tom highlights the shifting correlations between assets like stocks and gold, and emphasizes a risk-averse approach in his portfolio. He also explains his strategies for managing earnings trades and stresses the importance of discipline over chasing high-risk rewards in trading.

Tom Sosnoff, a 40+ year trading veteran and co-founder of Thinkorswim and Tastytrade, dives into the art of trading with infectious enthusiasm. He shares his habit of making over 100 trades daily, declaring it a compulsion. Tom debunks the myth of political market insight, emphasizes the importance of CEOs understanding trading, and discusses creating retail-friendly platforms. He advocates for a mechanical trading process, warns about common pitfalls, and stresses the value of consistency and longevity in trading success.

Tom Sosnoff, a well-known entrepreneur and options trader, discusses options trading, including strategies for beginners, implied volatility, expected returns and risks. He also explores Warren Buffett's options strategy and the concept of improving basis through options trading.

In a modern-day battle of David and Goliath on Wall Street, thousands of amateur retail investors banded together to bid up stocks in a handful of failing companies, most notably the nostalgic video game hub known as GameStop. Within days, the renegade traders sent stocks soaring and dealt heavy blows to hedge funds and other traditional professional investors who had bet against the companies. The "meme stock" phenomenon was born. But where does "revolution" stand a year later? Did the amateurs—trading mostly on the Robinhood platform—change the world of finance? Should more "ordinary" investors get into the game? Or will that benefit Wall Street at the little guy's expense?   In this "Agree to Disagree," the Wall Street Journal's Spencer Jakab and Tastytrade co-founder Tom Sosnoff take on the meme stock debate head-to-head.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Sosnoff, co-founder of the successful trading platform Thinkorswim and founder of Tastytrade, shares his billion-dollar entrepreneurial journey. He discusses how to leverage high implied volatility in trading, layering options on top of buy-and-hold strategies for income generation, and the optimal timing for buying and selling options. Tom also reflects on the influx of new traders entering the market and emphasizes the importance of risk-taking and authenticity in entrepreneurship.