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In this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads (Kelley School of Business - Indiana University), Mark Sebastian (The Option Pit) and Euan Sinclair (Hull Tactical) to discuss the latest trends and market activity in the world of volatility trading. The show dives into specific topics such as current market volatility, the VIX options market, and how different volatility ETPs (Exchange Traded Products) are performing. They provide insights into the volatility surface, market maker activities, and potential impacts from geopolitical and economic events. Detailed analysis and predictions for the upcoming week's volatility levels are provided, along with discussions on specific trades and strategies observed in the market. The episode closes with a look at unusual options activity and the usefulness of different inverse volatility products. 01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 01:53 Meet the panel 04:14 Volatility Review: Market Recap 06:51 Fed Fund Rates and Market Movements 16:27 Crypto Volatility Insights 26:19 VIX Options Analysis 32:07 Unexpected VIX Trades and Market Reactions 33:32 Analyzing a Bizarre VIX Trade 36:34 Weekly VIX Options Activity 42:42 Inverse Volatility Products Performance 48:36 Predicting VIX Movements 52:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, we recap a dynamic week in the options market. The discussion opens with VIX options, which saw a significant surge with 843,000 contracts traded, highlighting the popularity of the 15.5 puts. SPY options also saw substantial activity, but fell just short of their daily average volume (ADV). Trading in SPX options nearly met their ADV with 3.6 million contracts traded. IWM showed near-record activity with 1.5 million contracts. The NASDAQ QQQ options hit 4.1 million contracts, just above their ADV. Single-name stocks like Amazon, MicroStrategy, Palantir, AMD, Apple, and Tesla also showed remarkable trading volume, with Amazon leading with 927,000 contracts. Nvidia topped the list with nearly 3.5 million contracts, driven primarily by the 180 calls.   00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:04 Final Hot Options Report for the Week 02:18 VIX Options Activity 03:06 SPY Options Activity 03:50 SPX Options Activity 04:28 Small Caps Options Activity 05:34 Nasdaq Options Activity 06:25 Single Names Options Activity 06:52 Top 10 Most Active Options 18:02 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview ------------------------------------------------------------------------- All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Open to the Public Investing Inc, member FINRA & SIPC. Not investment advice. Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all investors.  Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before considering any options strategy.  Options investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount, and are only available for qualified customers.  Index options have special features and fees that should be carefully considered, including settlement, exercise, expiration, tax, and cost characteristics.  See Fee Schedule for all options trading fees. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Rebate rates vary monthly from $0.06-$0.18 and depend on the particular security, whether the trade was placed via API, as well as your current and prior month’s options trading volume. Review Options Rebate Terms here. Rates are subject to change. Go to public.com/optionsbrief to learn more.

In this episode, Mark Longo, Matt Amberson (ORATS), and Matthew Tuttle (Tuttle Capital Management) delve into several key areas, including the ongoing growth in the options market, the utility of zero-day options, and various options-based ETFs. The discussion covers market trends like increased single-name equity volume, strategies for employing cash-secured puts, and the benefits of using options for portfolio protection. Matt Amberson introduces their new AI tool, Otto, and Matthew Tuttle discusses the launch of their new zero-day and leveraged ETFs. Listener questions on options strategies, metrics for selling volatility, and the best ways to hedge risks are also addressed.   01:25 Welcome to The Advisor's Option 03:18 Meet the Hosts and Guests 07:06 Market Overview and Volatility Discussion 15:05 Earnings Volatility Report 20:38 Options 101: Strategies and Tips 28:21 The Buzz: Latest Developments in Options 31:48 Explosive Growth in the Options Market 32:20 New Generation of Options Traders 32:34 Innovations in Options Trading 33:42 ETF Strategies and Market Trends 36:54 Zero Day Options and Flex Options 41:22 Leveraged ETFs and High-Octane Trading 42:27 Office Hours: Answering Listener Questions 50:51 The Importance of Hedging for RIAs 55:27 Final Thoughts and Resources

In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan 'The Man' Gramza from Gramza Capital Management, examine the surge in futures options trading, discuss inflation impacts, and explore the latest in small-cap and equity index movements. Energy commodities, particularly Nat Gas and WTI, also receive a thorough analysis, including fundamental supply and demand factors as well as geo-political influences. Crypto markets, especially the dramatic resurgence of Ethereum, are reviewed alongside its compelling volume activities in both big and micro contracts. The episode concludes with a light-hearted debate on the best Rocky movie, tying in audience insights.    01:21 Welcome to This Week in Futures Options 04:22 Movers and Shakers Report 11:27 Exploring Equity Markets 27:17 Crypto Market Insights 31:13 Technical Analysis: Market Movements and Predictions 36:32 Interest Rates and Currency Trends 37:14 Energy Market Deep Dive: Nat Gas and Crude Oil 50:48 Futures Options Wrap-Up and Fun Poll

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo discusses recent market fluctuations influenced by inflation. Highlighting key contracts and trading activities, the host explains market behaviors in VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, NASDAQ, and significant single-name equities such as Tesla, Nvidia, Apple, AMD, Intel, and Amazon.    01:03 Today's Market Overview 02:10 VIX Options Activity 03:18 SPY Options Activity 04:20 SPX Options Activity 05:14 Small Caps and IWM 06:14 NASDAQ and QQQ 07:11 Single Name Equity Options 08:36 Top 10 Options Movers 17:00 Conclusion and Upcoming Shows ------------------------------------ All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Open to the Public Investing Inc, member FINRA & SIPC. Not investment advice. Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all investors.  Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before considering any options strategy.  Options investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount, and are only available for qualified customers.  Index options have special features and fees that should be carefully considered, including settlement, exercise, expiration, tax, and cost characteristics.  See Fee Schedule for all options trading fees. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Rebate rates vary monthly from $0.06-$0.18 and depend on the particular security, whether the trade was placed via API, as well as your current and prior month’s options trading volume. Review Options Rebate Terms here. Rates are subject to change. Go to public.com/optionsbrief to learn more.

In this episode of The Option Block, the host Mark Longo, along with guests Henry "The FlowMaster" Schwartz from Cboe and "Uncle" Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management, delve into current market dynamics influenced by inflation data, Fed rate cuts, and significant movements in stocks like Apple, AMD, and Nvidia. They also explore unusual options activity in stocks like Equinox Gold and Amplitude, revealing intriguing trading strategies and market sentiments. The discussion includes the implications of upcoming geopolitical summits and the ongoing earnings season. The episode wraps up with listener questions on trading strategies and a nostalgic look back at 80s movies such as Rocky IV.   01:05 Meet the Hosts and Show Overview 03:17 Market Analysis and Trading Insights 05:24 Volatility and Market Trends 08:44 Individual Stocks and Market Movers 29:02 Earnings Season Highlights 30:14 Cisco's Market Reaction 30:34 Applied Materials Earnings Preview 31:03 Upcoming Retail Earnings: Target and Walmart 31:39 Seasonal Trading Insights 32:29 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 33:15 Equinox Gold Corp Analysis 40:59 Unity Software: Big Call Buyers 44:30 Mail Block: Listener Questions 44:58 Rocky IV and 80s Nostalgia 46:43 Earnings Poll and Market Sentiment 51:44 Around the Block: Market Watch 54:45 Show Wrap-Up and Upcoming Content

In this episode of The Futures Rundown, host Mark Longo is joined by Nick Cassano, the Director of Trading and Risk Management at Tradier, who shares insights on trading activities and market trends. They discuss the top gainers and losers of the year, focusing on the significant movements in cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and traditional markets such as the NASDAQ, soybeans, and platinum. The episode also addresses listener questions about ETH's resurgence and its potential impact on future options trading. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:07 Understanding the Futures Markets 02:59 Guest Introduction: Nick Cassano 04:10 Market Analysis: Movers and Shakers 05:04 Crypto Market Insights 06:42 Top Futures Trading Activity 17:04 Year-to-Date Market Trends 23:33 Futures Free for All: Listener Q&A 30:36 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Shows

In this episode, we cover VIX volatility, which has decreased notably as markets rallied. We offer detailed insights into high trading activities across various indices and stocks, including SPY, SPX, IWM, and popular single names like Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, and AMD. For VIX, about 642,000 contracts were traded compared to an ADV of 734,000. The SPY saw nearly 8.15 million contracts, while the SPX had around 4 million. Small caps (IWM) reported 2.13 million contracts. Key stocks like Intel, American Airlines, Robinhood, and Palantir also featured prominently, with Intel and American Airlines seeing notable options activity.    00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:17 Public: Cost-Effective Options Trading 01:57 VIX and Volatility Market Update 02:57 SPY and SPX Options Activity 04:23 Small Caps and QQQ Analysis 06:20 Single Name Equity Options Highlights 07:29 Top Options Movers: Intel to Nvidia 14:24 Conclusion and Upcoming Content   ------------------------------------------------------ All investing involves risk. Brokerage services for US listed securities, options and bonds in a self-directed brokerage account are offered by Open to the Public Investing Inc, member FINRA & SIPC. Not investment advice. Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all investors.  Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before considering any options strategy.  Options investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount, and are only available for qualified customers.  Index options have special features and fees that should be carefully considered, including settlement, exercise, expiration, tax, and cost characteristics.  See Fee Schedule for all options trading fees. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Rebate rates vary monthly from $0.06-$0.18 and depend on the particular security, whether the trade was placed via API, as well as your current and prior month’s options trading volume. Review Options Rebate Terms here. Rates are subject to change. Go to public.com/optionsbrief to learn more.

This episode discusses various exotic options strategies, particularly lookback and fixed strike options, and their potential advantages and costs. Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli also address listener questions and concerns about options trading in the current market climate, including the higher volatility seen in recent earnings reports. They dive into the specifics of how lookback options work, the differences between floating and fixed strike lookback puts, and whether such exotic options are viable for retail traders. The episode also includes interactive audience polls about current VIX levels and earnings trading preferences and updates on the latest addition to the Options Insider Radio Network.   01:12 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 01:50 New Shows and Pro Membership Benefits 03:05 Introducing Dan Passarelli 03:38 Listener Mail Call: Exotic Options 05:00 Exploring Lookback Options 12:32 Fixed Strike Lookback Options Explained 20:39 Question of the Week: VIX Predictions 24:27 Earnings Season Trading Strategies 27:14 Market Taker Question of the Week 30:54 Conclusion and Upcoming Shows

In this episode, the discussion centers around the basics of futures trading, including contract sizes, expiration, and margin requirements. Guests Russell Rhoads (Kelley School of Business, Indiana University), Rich Excel (Gies College of Business, University of Illinois) and Sascha Semroch (Eurex) join the talk, providing insights into how futures compare to stocks, the concept of contango and backwardation, and the nuances of trading VIX versus VSTOXX. The episode also addresses listener questions, covering topics such as the FX market in Europe, potential volatility catalysts in the EU, and strategies for trading VSTOXX.    01:22 Welcome to the European Market Brief 03:38 Meet the Experts: Russell Rhoads, Rich Excel & Sascha Semroch 06:13 Continental Conversations: Diving into Futures 06:54 Futures 101: Basics and Nuances 18:10 Understanding Futures Pricing and Expiration 21:30 Margin Rates and Capital Efficiency in Futures 26:32 Options on Futures: A Deeper Dive 28:38 Analyzing Volatility Futures in US and Europe 29:09 The Evolution of VSTOXX as a Standalone Product 30:31 Systematic Approaches to Trading VIX and VSTOXX 32:04 Pricing Nuances in VSTOXX and VIX Futures 34:46 Comparing Futures and Traditional Asset Classes 37:59 Final Thoughts on Futures Trading 43:50 Listener Questions: FX Market and VSTOXX vs VIX