The Options Insider Radio Network

Dive into the mysteries of options trading as the hosts dissect liquidity and dark pools. Discover trading strategies for stocks like Funko, Intel, and Nvidia while addressing listener questions. Unpack how to select stocks for cash-secured puts and assess options liquidity through daily volume and market spreads. Explore the fascinating role of dark pools and hear insights about the current trading landscape, complete with lively listener feedback and strategies to enhance your trading decisions.

This episode of the Crypto Rundown from the Options Insider Radio Network, hosted by Mark Longo, provides listeners with an in-depth analysis of recent trends and trading activity within the crypto derivatives markets. Key highlights include bitcoin and ETH performance metrics, volatility statistics, and shifts in market sentiment. The program is brought to you by Amberdata, which offers insights and data for digital asset trading and compliance. The episode notes a somber farewell to Alex 'the Viceroy' Jacobson, a respected figure in the options community. Upcoming content from the Options Industry Conference is also previewed.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 03:24 Bitcoin Breakdown 05:08 Exploring the Altcoin Universe 08:45 Conclusion and Upcoming Content

This episode of The Option Block with Mark Longo and Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) covers a wide range of topics including an analysis of the current options market, significant earnings reports, and detailed breakdowns of specific trading activities. The hosts discuss various trades in companies like Cinemark and Gray Media, debating the merits and risks involved. The episode also features an emotional tribute to Alex Jacobson, a key figure in the options community, who recently passed away. The tribute includes personal anecdotes and memories of Alex's contributions to the industry and the Options Insider community.   01:54 Host Introduction and Upcoming Events 03:12 Technical Challenges and Co-Host Banter 04:07 80s Trivia Challenge 07:43 Pro Trading Crate Giveaway 08:50 Market Analysis and Trends 15:15 VIX and SPY Options Breakdown 19:43 Small Caps and Qs Analysis 25:16 Top 10 Most Active Options 27:34 Stock Performance Overview 28:06 Earnings and Options Activity 29:33 Top 10 Stocks Countdown 36:49 Cinema Mark's Recovery 41:03 Gray Media's Volatility 44:21 Tribute to Alex Jacobson 53:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This episode delves into the recent volatility trends and provides an in-depth analysis of the current earnings season. The hosts Mark Longo, Andrew Giovinazzi (The Option Pit) and Russell Rhoads (Kelley School of Business, Indiana University) discuss the significant moves in VIX and related options, the impact of trade talks and jobs numbers, and the performance of various vol ETPs. Special guest Matt Amberson from ORATS joins to provide insights into earnings volatility and market expectations. Key discussions include the downturn in option-buying benefits during this earnings season and what to expect next in the volatility landscape.   01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 03:21 Meet the Guests: Russell Rhoads and Andrew Giovinazzi 06:06 Volatility Review: Market Trends and Analysis 15:56 Earnings Volatility Report 24:41 VIX Futures and Market Indicators 32:30 Opening Banter and Market Commentary 32:41 Analyzing Recent Trades and Market Movements 33:24 Discussion on Rolling Trades and Market Sentiment 34:59 Unusual Trading Activity and Market Reactions 35:59 Volatility Products and Trading Strategies 38:33 VIX Options and Market Trends 44:01 Inverse Volatility Products and Market Outlook 52:23 Concluding Thoughts and Predictions

This episode of 'This Week in Futures Options' features an in-depth discussion with Executive Director and Chief Economist Erik Norland from CME Group. Hosted by Mark Longo, the show dives into various financial markets, highlighting recent movements in futures options, interest rates, energy, metals, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies. Key topics include the dramatic shifts in crude oil, the burgeoning demand in copper, surprising trends in cobalt, and the resurging debate on Bitcoin as a digital gold versus a tech asset. Eric also shares insights from his recent research and hints at upcoming analysis on gold and crypto markets.   01:04 Welcome to This Week in Futures Options 03:38 Interview with Erik Norland 04:15 Movers and Shakers Report 05:40 Market Analysis and Insights 11:14 Volatility Report 14:32 Exploring the World of Rates 21:00 Energy Market Trends and Predictions 25:40 WTI Crude Oil Market Analysis 28:22 Gold Market Insights 33:51 Copper and Cobalt Market Trends 38:40 Exploring the Crypto Market 47:38 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Research

In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and co-hosts Henry Schwartz (Cboe) and Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) delve into an eventful week marked by significant tech earnings reports from giants like Microsoft, Meta, Apple, and Amazon. The episode explores the impact of these earnings on the market, including dramatic price movements and volatility discrepancies between near-term and longer-term options. Henry Schwartz provides insights on unusual options activity, including aggressive call buying in Bumble ahead of earnings and speculative trades in Finger Motion Inc. The episode also touches on the upcoming employment report and its potential market impact, offering listeners a comprehensive look at the rapidly evolving options landscape.   01:05 Meet the Hosts 03:16 Thursday Edition Kickoff 05:53 Market Recap and Trading Block 10:03 Earnings Highlights and Market Sentiment 12:48 Listener Engagement and VIX Activity 18:39 Single Stock Movers and Earnings Season 29:31 Market Movers: UPS, JetBlue, and More 29:53 Tech Giants and Earnings Reports 30:54 Earnings Volatility Insights 34:38 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 35:18 Bumble and Match Group Analysis 41:48 Finger Motion Inc. and Market Speculations 48:06 Listener Questions and Market Insights 54:18 Around the Block: Market Watch

When it comes to options, buying and selling are two sides of the same coin. But what factors might investors consider when deciding to buy or sell? Join OIC Instructor and show host Mark Benzaquen as he welcomes Jessica Inskip of StockBrokers.com for a lively and informative discussion on forecast & objective, implied volatility considerations and the impact of the Greeks. 

Mark Longo, alongside guest Rich Excell, discuss various futures including WTI crude oil, natural gas, and agricultural products. They analyze trends in equities, particularly NASDAQ and S&P, and provide evaluations on the agricultural, commodities, energy, metals, and crypto markets. Notable highlights include the impact of the trade war on different markets, market volatility, key economic indicators, and inflation.    02:40 Welcome to the Futures Rundown Show 03:55 Special Guest: Rich Excell Returns 05:55 Analyzing the Current Futures Market 12:36 Top Upside Movers in Futures 18:09 Top Downside Movers in Futures 23:15 Today's Active Futures Markets 24:13 Gold and Rates Overview 24:40 Top 10 Contracts of the Day 28:15 Retail vs. Institutional Investors 30:44 Year-to-Date Movers and Shakers 38:29 Crypto Market Insights 40:27 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

In this episode of Options Bootcamp, host Mark Longo and co-host Dan Passarelli delve into the differences and similarities between institutional and retail options trading. They discuss the growing accessibility and sophistication of retail traders, the challenges and advantages faced by institutional traders, and the surprising overlap in strategies used by both groups. Topics covered include the prevalent use of flex options, the application of exotic options like knockouts and barriers, and real-world examples of massive trades and their outcomes. This episode provides valuable insights for traders looking to understand the broader options market landscape.   01:04 Welcome to Options Bootcamp 05:32 Institutional vs. Retail Options Trading 15:44 Flex Options and Exotic Strategies 21:40 Unusual Activity and Institutional Insights 26:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata provide an in-depth analysis of the latest trends and developments in the crypto derivatives markets. They explore the resurgence in Bitcoin's valuation amidst equity market downturns and discuss the shift in Bitcoin's perceived correlation to risk assets versus digital gold. The episode also examines options trading data and volatility indices for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins like Solana and XRP. Notably, there's an extensive discussion on Solana's rising interest, especially with its futures and ETFs, and the impact of call selling on its options market. Additionally, the hosts highlight strategies for trading options in these volatile markets and provide insights into long-term setups.    01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 04:06 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 09:51 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 16:42 Deep Dive into IBIT and BITO 21:47 MSTU: The Leveraged Play on Bitcoin 24:08 Understanding Volatility in Crypto Markets 24:27 Exploring MSTR and MSTU Trading Strategies 24:44 Diving into Long-Dated Contracts 25:04 Introduction to the Altcoin Universe 25:27 Top 10 Cryptocurrencies by Market Cap 27:11 Ethereum's Performance and Trading Opportunities 35:25 Solana's Resurgence and Trading Insights 40:49 XRP and Other Altcoins Update 43:25 Bitcoin as Digital Gold 43:59 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information