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HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider This episode breaks down an absolutely wild Friday marked by massive options volume and a dramatic intraday market reversal.  Today's Drama: Bulls vs. Bears The Reversal: Markets (SPY/S) fought back from a sharp morning sell-off to close fractionally positive, highlighting fierce dip-buying. QQQ closed in the red. Volume Surge: Options activity blew past the Average Daily Volume (ADV) in VIX, SPY, QQQ, and IWM. Top Single Stock Action NVIDIA (NVDA): 5.5 Million Contracts. The 185 Calls ($0.66 avg.) were a massive win, closing worth over $3.00. Tesla (TSLA): Nearly 4 Million Contracts. Volume in 435 Calls ($2.00 avg.) after the stock got hit following its pay package news. Palantir, AMD, Apple, Meta: All saw 1M+ volume with high-stakes put and call trades reacting to the day's wild swings. Get FREE options data: Go to TheHotOptionsReport.com

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit GUEST: Bill Luby, @VIXandMore   On this episode, the discussion revolves around the recent spike in volatility and its implications for traders. They also explore AI's role in market valuation, with differing opinions on its long-term impact. Other highlights include analysis of the VIX term structure, the surge in VIX futures trading, and notable VIX options trades. Additionally, Bill Luby shares insights into trading VXX, and listeners get the latest updates on other popular volatility ETPs. The episode concludes with the panelists' predictions for VIX levels in the upcoming week.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CME HOT SEAT: Erik Norland, CME Group In this episode, Mark and Erik discuss recent developments in the futures and options market. They cover a wide array of topics, including the impacts of macroeconomic policies on gold and precious metals, the rise of cryptocurrencies like Solana and XRP, and recent movements in the equities and small-cap index. They also delve into new research regarding the Mexican equity market as a diversification opportunity and have an interesting dialogue about the validity of the Phillips Curve in modern economics. The episode provides a comprehensive overview of volatility, trading activity, and market trends in various asset classes. Moreover, the show features insightful discussions on key trades, skews, and the underlying dynamics driving the current market scenario.

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo provides a comprehensive recap of the volatile trading day on November 6th. Run your own reports and get more free options data at: https://TheHotOptionsReport.com The market experienced a significant downturn marked by a VIX spike above 20 and unusually heavy volume in major index products like SPY (11.4M contracts) and QQQ (6.65M contracts), signaling strong bearish sentiment. The action was dominated by a Tech Takedown, with Nvidia (NVDA), Meta (META), and AMD all facing heavy selling and driving massive options volume, primarily in downside put contracts. Other notable trades included a significant put position in Microsoft and continued high options activity in Small Caps.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Henry Schwartz, Cboe CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management This episode covers the impact of current market conditions, the continued rise in options trading volume, and specific case studies on individual stocks like Gap, Inc. and Aida Inc. Special attention is given to trading strategies, the influence of market events such as government shutdowns, and the role of zero-DTE options.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Brian Overby, Options Playbook The hosts dive into the mid-season drama of the inaugural Options Insider Fantasy Football League. Mark defends his first-place spot after a Week 9 loss, while Brian celebrates a much-needed win to climb out of the basement. The discussion covers devastating injuries, questionable draft strategies, surprise player finds, and what the future holds for the league. Key Highlights: Rivalry & Standings: Mark falls to 6-3 and is now tied for first. Brian secures a tight win (176.0 to 172.6) to move to 3-6. The Injury Crisis: A brutal season for injuries affecting top players, highlighting the importance of deep benches and constant management. Running Back Woes: Discussing the high-risk nature of early-round RBs (e.g., Saquon Barkley) and the bleak running back options on the current waiver wire (e.g., Devin Singletary). Surprise Sleeper Finds: Highlighting successful mid-season pickups like Khyani Vidal and Rico Dowdle that have been saving struggling teams. Waiver & Draft Strategy: Reviewing the ideal league size (consensus is 12) and the pros and cons of using unconventional draft strategies. Future League Format: Discussing the possibility of expanding the league next year and the appeal of the high-stakes Guillotine League format (where the lowest scorer is eliminated weekly). Favorite Players: Brian names Amari Cooper and the ever-reliable Josh Jacobs as his favorite players this season.    

Host Mark Benzaquen welcomes Bill O'Keefe from Cboe Global Markets for a discussion on the versatile world of options trading - beyond individual stocks. This episode explores how ETF options can provide exposure to entire sectors with built-in diversification, and the potential advantages and disadvantages of trading index options for broad market exposure. Whether you're hedging portfolio risk or pursuing advanced trading strategies, discover how these derivative instruments can enhance your trading toolkit. 

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group GUEST HOST: Dan Gramza, Gramza Capital Management In this episode, Mark Longo and Dan Gramza explore the latest activities in various futures markets, including stocks, currencies, interest rates, metals, and commodities like crude oil, natural gas, soybeans, and more. Key highlights include market movements, technical analysis, and predictions for future trends. Listener questions about crypto sell-offs and specific commodity movements are also addressed.

Go to TheHotOptionsReport.com to run your own free options reports.   Welcome to the Hot Options Report for 11-5-2025! The market showed a strong rebound today, recovering most of its recent losses, which sent the VIX retreating back to the 18 handle. Major indices joined the rally, with SPY and QQQ moving higher, while Small Caps (IWM) impressed with a nearly 1.5% jump. The day saw intense options volume across the board, led by single names. Nvidia (NVDA) was the volume champ (2.25 million contracts) despite the stock being slightly red, with heavy focus on the 200 calls expiring Friday. Tesla (TSLA) surged over 4% on nearly 2 million contracts, and the biggest winner was Rivian (RIVN), which popped nearly 25% and drove huge options activity. Meanwhile, Palantir (PLTR) was notable for seeing over a million contracts focused on puts, suggesting some traders are betting on further downside this week.  

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring   In this episode, hosts Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli delve into the origin and history of binary options, exploring their initial launch with Head Street, subsequent rebranding under Nadex, and their evolution into more widely accessible and diversified financial products. They discuss the intuitive pricing of binary options, their appeal among retail investors, and the impacts of regulatory changes, especially the influence of the CFTC's rulings. The episode also touches on newer players in the event derivatives space like Kalshi, ForecastEx, and the CME Group's involvement. Additionally, Mark and Dan respond to listener questions about market trends, time spreads, and the recent VIX behavior. The show wraps up with an engaging discussion on the future of binary options and the growing interest from various market participants.  

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo provides a detailed analysis of the fast-moving options market for Tuesday, November 4th. Key highlights include significant movements in major indices such as the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and the VIX. He discusses notable trading volumes and activities in various options, including VIX, SPY, SPX, small caps, QQQ, and several individual stocks like Nvidia, Tesla, Palantir, and AMD, amidst a broader market selloff. The episode also promotes exclusive data access through Quick Options, enhancing listeners' trading strategies with unparalleled free data. Go to TheHotOptionsReport.com.    

This week, we dive into the fascinating intersection of crypto, AI, and traditional public markets with Sal Ternullo, Co-Founder and CEO of SovereignAI ($OP / $SVRN). SovereignAI is setting out to acquire a substantial treasury of NEAR Protocol tokens and is bringing institutional finance rigor to the space. Sal breaks down their unique strategy, which includes: Public Listing: Bridging the gap between the NEAR token and NASDAQ investors. Active Options Management: Utilizing advanced options strategies—specifically selling puts to optimize accumulation and potentially selling calls—to generate yield and manage risk on their core NEAR holding. Counterparty Risk: How they are actively managing risk across multiple Tier 1 venues in a way that differs from standard, single-threaded asset managers. Also Covered: We recap the market action, including the significant drop in Bitcoin and Ether prices, which has driven volatility higher and skew sharply to the downside. Plus, a look at the explosive volume in IBIT options and the latest wild moves in crypto mining stocks like Mara and ETHZilla.

The Hot Options Report breaks down a day where light index volume was crushed by aggressive, high-flying single-stock bets! We dive into the tape to track the massive flow behind the 22% surge in CIFR (Cipher Mining) and examine the sky-high premiums paid for its upside calls. Plus, we cover the heavy pre-earnings volume in PLTR (Palantir) and GRAB, the costly out-of-the-money calls in NVDA and TSLA, and why volume came up short in VIX and the major indexes. Find out which costly calls paid off and which are set to expire worthless as we wrap up the action for Monday, November 3rd!

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit   This week, the All-Star panel is stunned by the Big Tech and AI momentum that's pushing stocks to absurd levels. Andrew "Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi uses an analogy from The Producers to describe the ridiculous, runaway success of the "Mag 7" and the OpenAI frenzy. Is this a guaranteed flop, or are investors destined to be unexpectedly rich? Inside the Block: The Big Tech/AI Metaphor: Why the surprising, explosive rally in tech reminds us of a famous, satirical Broadway flop. Shocking Moves: "Uncle" Mike Tosaw details why he has sold 95% of his long-held silver exposure—a truly historic moment! Odd Block: We break down the unusual order flow in a few newcomers, including high-flying biotech KNSA and semi-related AMKR. Earnings Blitz: A massive week ahead with Uber, Spotify, AMD, and more—plus, a look at the wild vol priced into HIMS and PLTR.

HOST: Brian Overby, Options Playbook Radio The OPR strategy today is an Open-Wing Butterfly Spread on AMZN ahead of the company's earnings announcement after the close today, Thursday, October 30th. BUY +1 AMZN 31 OCT 235 STRIKE CALL SELL -2 AMZN 31 OCT 245 STRIKE CALL BUY +1 AMZN 31 OCT 250 STRIKE CALL NET DEBIT $2.18

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit CO-HOST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business With an appearance by Brian Overby, Options Playbook Radio!   In this Halloween-themed episode of Volatility Views, host Mark Longo is joined by regular contributors Mark Sebastian and Russell Rhoads, as well as a special guest appearance by Brian Overby. The discussion focuses on the nuances of volatility trading, touching on the performance and volume of vol-related ETFs like UVIX and SVXY, the impact of lofty P/E ratios on market sentiment, and the effects of the latest Fed actions. The show also delves into listener questions, weekly reviews of significant volatility trades, and the dynamics of overwriting trades. The episode concludes with predictions for VIX levels for the upcoming week.  

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group GUEST: Carley Garner, DeCarley Trading In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo and guest Carly Garner discuss various developments in the futures options market, including the impact of Chinese trade deals on commodities like gold, soybeans, and natural gas. They examine the latest trading activities, volatility trends, and market movements in precious metals, agricultural products, and energy sectors. Highlights include gold's speculative surge, significant options volume in soybeans driven by trade talks, and strategic trading insights. Carly also provides commentary on the current market landscape, comparing historical patterns and offering actionable trading strategies.  

In this episode of the Hot Options Report from the Options Insider Radio Network, host Mark Longo delves into the most active options trades on October 30th. The episode covers significant movements in the VIX, SPY, and individual stock options like Nvidia, Tesla, Meta, and Apple. Notable trades include over 151,000 contracts of D33 calls in VIX, and major movements in companies such as Chipotle and Microsoft. Additionally, the episode touches upon the impact of trade war news and tech earnings on the options market, analyzing volume and pricing for various call and put options.  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:36 VIX Market Analysis 03:41 SPY and Major Indices Overview 06:40 Single Name Equity Options Highlights 07:04 Top 10 Options Movers 16:00 Conclusion and Sign-Off  

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management This episode dives into the latest trends and activities in the options market, featuring key discussions on AI spending by companies like Meta and Microsoft and its effects on their stock prices. The hosts analyze market movements, unusual trading activities, and speculate on the potential impact of upcoming earnings from major companies like Apple and Amazon. The show also covers listener opinions on whether current market valuations are sustainable, given the lofty PE ratios and potential bubble-like conditions. Additionally, the episode features some tips for monitoring market events in the coming days.  

In this episode, hosted by Mark Longo, listeners are guided through the complexities of the futures markets. The episode discusses top futures trading activities, including the recent impacts of rate cuts by Powell and Company. It highlights significant movements in high-grade copper, hard red winter wheat, soybean meal, heating oil, and more. The show also examines active trades and trends in the market, addressing items like the S&P 500 PE ratio and how geopolitical events influence trading decisions. The episode concludes with a question-answer session tackling listener inquiries and market trends.

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring   This episode covers listener questions about trading futures and the impact of recent Fed cuts on markets. Other topics include insights into fundamental vs. technical analysis, the lofty PE ratios of the S&P 500 and whether they signal market concerns, and a debate on whether we'll see more warrants issued after GameStop's recent move. The hosts also discuss their personal experiences and perspectives on trading futures and options.  

This episode of the Hot Options Report covers the options market activity for Wednesday, October 29th, also known as Fed Day. Mark Longo discusses the performance and volume of key products including VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, QQQ, and several high-activity single stocks like Beyond Meat, SoFi, Microsoft, AMD, Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Palantir, Tesla, and Nvidia. The report highlights noteworthy options trades and overall market sentiment impacted by the Federal Reserve's actions, offering insights and discussing options chain movements for the day. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:07 VIX Market Analysis 01:52 SPY and SPX Market Insights 04:07 Small Caps and QQQ Overview 06:35 Single Name Equity Options 07:11 Top 10 Options Movers 17:09 Conclusion and Upcoming Shows  

In today's episode of the Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network recaps the notable movements in the options market for Tuesday, October 28th. Key highlights include the performance and trading volume of major indices and individual stocks such as VIX, SPY, and major companies like Nvidia, AMD, Amazon, PayPal, Nokia, Beyond Meat, Intel, SoFi, and Tesla. The episode delves into specific call and put options, contract volumes, and notable market activities. With detailed insights into a mostly green trading day, listeners are advised to stay tuned for continuous updates and trading strategies. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:51 Market Overview and Key Highlights 01:28 VIX and SPY Analysis 03:49 SPX and Small Caps Insights 05:14 NASDAQ and Single Name Equities 06:21 Top Movers: AMD, Amazon, and PayPal 09:09 AI Investments and Nokia's Surge 10:21 Beyond Meat and Strive Inc. Performance 12:13 Intel, SoFi, and Tesla Updates 14:33 Nvidia's New High and Conclusion  

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group GUEST: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital   In this episode, Mark and Bill explore the crypto derivatives markets and look at trading strategies and current market trends. The discussion covers everything from Bitcoin and Ethereum performance, the high volatility of small cap tokens like Circle and BMNR, to the rise of new leveraged ETFs and Bitcoin treasury companies. Additionally, the episode offers trading strategies using options, and discusses the broader implications for investment advisors and individual traders.     

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, Mark Longo focuses on the significant movements in the options market for Monday, October 7th. Key highlights include notable activity in major indices such as VIX, SPY, and smaller names like Nvidia, Apple, and Qualcomm. The report covers trading volumes, price actions, and the most traded options contracts. Additionally, audience reactions via Twitter polls were discussed, providing insights into market sentiment. The episode also detailed hot options and their performance across various top individual stocks.  

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option  Pit CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and his co-hosts discuss the current market rally and the impact of AI announcements, especially Qualcomm's recent surge. The team dives into unusual options activity, focusing on stocks like Huntsman Corp and the new Bitcoin treasury name, Strive Inc. They also analyze the role of volatility and discuss strategic adjustments made due to recent market conditions. The episode wraps up with a look at what to expect in the coming trading week, including key tech earnings and potential market movements.    

Today's Hot Options Report provides a comprehensive overview of the key movements and trading activity in the options market on October 24th. Highlights include a significant drop in VIX, with the VIX cash closing at 16.37, down from around 25 the previous week. SPY ends the week positively up 0.8%, with notable trades in the 678 calls. The report covers strong activity in major indices like SPX and IWM, with SPX closing up 0.8% and the QQQs up 1.07%. Detailed analysis includes large option trades in stocks such as Palantir, Amazon, AMD, Intel, and Nvidia. The episode concludes with a look at Tesla's performance, noting heavy trading volumes. Listeners are invited to follow the program on various platforms and through the mobile app.   00:26 Welcome to the Hot Options Report 01:17 VIX Market Analysis 02:13 SPY and SPX Market Insights 03:54 Small Caps and NASDAQ Overview 05:19 Single Name Stocks Highlights 05:55 Top Options Trades of the Day 12:17 Conclusion and Sign-Off  

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business CO-HOST: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit GUEST: Scott Nations, Nations Indexes In this episode, we discuss the significant movements in volatility over the past week, including the aggressive sell-off in volatility and its causes. We also talk about the behavior of zero-DTE options and the influence of trading strategies on the market. The episode also covers the latest in VIX options trading, with a special segment on unusual trades, the current state of volatility ETPs, and predictions for the next week's volatility landscape.   

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CME HOT SEAT: Giovanni Vicioso, Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products at CME Group In this episode, the discussion covers CME's recent launch of Solana and XRP options, the role of institutional and retail participants, and the evolution of use cases for Bitcoin and Ether futures and options. The episode also highlights plans for 24/7 trading in CME's crypto suite starting in early 2026, pending regulatory approval. Additionally, the episode features a dive into the Movers and Shakers report, showcasing significant moves in the energy and metals sectors.  

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets CO-HOST: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management   In this episode, host Mark Longo and his co-hosts, including "Uncle" Mike Tosaw and Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz explore the latest trends and trades in the options market. The show covers everything from the performance of VIX and SPX to notable unusual activities in names like Beyond Meat, Energy Fuels Inc., and Stone Co. Limited. The team also dives into broader market themes, such as potential impacts of government shutdowns, macroeconomic factors, and the Fed's role in economic independence. Listener engagement features include an audience poll on Fed independence and a lively discussion on fantasy football. 

This episode of the Hot Options Report hosted by Mark Longo, delves into the day's most active options in the fast-moving market. The report covers major market indices like VIX, SPY, and SPX, and high-profile single names including Nvidia, Tesla, AMD, BYND and Apple. Key options trades, their trading volumes, and insights into whether these trades were favorable or not are discussed. 

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group GUEST: Kevin Green, Schwab Network In this episode, host Mark Longo and special guest Kevin Green from the Schwab Network analyze the latest trends in the futures markets. They discuss the recent performance of key assets, including crude oil, natural gas, and precious metals like gold and silver. The show also explores the impact of market volatility on trading volumes, with particular attention to the activity in equity futures, treasuries, and the rise of micro contracts. Additionally, the episode features a detailed discussion on the year's top performers and losers in the futures markets.  

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo provides a detailed overview of the day's activity in the options market. Key highlights include a slight sell-off in major equity indices, an increase in VIX, and a focus on notable options trades in SPY, IWM, and QQQ. Single names such as Intel, Netflix, Amazon, AMD, and Tesla are discussed, with a spotlight on Beyond Meat's significant intraday volatility. 

In this episode of the Hot Options Report, host Mark Longo provides a detailed overview of the day's activity in the options market. Key highlights include a slight sell-off in major equity indices, an increase in VIX, and a focus on notable options trades in SPY, IWM, and QQQ. Single names such as Intel, Netflix, Amazon, AMD, and Tesla are discussed, with a spotlight on Beyond Meat's significant intraday volatility. 

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group CO-HOST: Dan Passarelli, Market Taker Mentoring GUEST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business In this episode, Mark, Dan and Russell dive into the topic of financial warrants. They explain the differences and similarities between warrants and listed options, highlighting how warrants can be a tool for companies to raise capital through unique, often dilutive instruments. They discuss how warrants, though not commonly used in the U.S., came into recent focus due to GameStop's issuance of warrants. Russell shares detailed information on the market for these warrants, their exercise mechanics, and provides advice for holders. The episode aims to educate listeners on trading and handling warrants, an aspect of options that might be less familiar to many traders.  

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata This episode of The Crypto Rundown delves into the volatile landscape of cryptocurrencies, with a central focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum. It covers recent market movements, liquidation events, and the impact of high volatility on trading strategies. Greg Magadini from Amberdata provides insights into the nuances of crypto derivatives and the evolving risk landscape. The podcast also explores the introduction of highly leveraged ETFs and offers strategies involving popular crypto-related stocks like MSTU and Circle. Additionally, there is a detailed examination of alternative cryptocurrencies such as Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin, providing a comprehensive overview of the current crypto market dynamics. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome  01:58 Market Updates 03:35 Bitcoin Breakdown 15:11 Leveraged ETFs and Market Risks 23:25 Bitcoin Market Trends and Opportunities 24:02 IBIT ETF and Market Dynamics 25:46 Mara and MSTU Analysis 28:27 Altcoin Universe Overview 30:33 Ethereum and Market Comparisons 33:47 Altcoin Market Movements 39:40 Solana and Other Altcoin Insights 40:45 Conclusion and Resources  

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group   In this episode, Mark focusing on key movements in major indices and most active equity options. The show highlights notable options trades and market trends, including fluctuating volatility and trading opportunities.  Insights cover specific contract volumes, pricing, and trading strategies on the most active indices (VIX, SPY, SPX, IWM, QQQ) and the most active equity options today (AAPL, NVDA, BYND, TSLA, AMD, SOFI, AMZN, INTC, ORCL, PLTR).    

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management Co-Host: Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi, The Option Pit   This episode covers various options trading strategies, including discussions on unusual options activity in stocks like Canan Inc. and American Battery Technology Company. The hosts explore the market dynamics, including the impact of current events on volatility and stock performance. They also share insights on rebalancing portfolios, the importance of covered calls, and offer personal anecdotes, including Uncle Mike's unique healthcare sharing arrangement. With an engaging trivia challenge and discussions on maintaining the independence of the Federal Reserve, this episode blends financial education with lively commentary.  

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group   In this episode, Mark reviews a tumultuous trading week, focusing on key movements in major indices and hot options such as Nvidia, VIX, SPY, and others. The show highlights notable options trades and market trends, including fluctuating volatility and trading opportunities.  Insights cover specific contract volumes, pricing, and trading strategies.    00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:19 Market Recap: Major Indices and VIX 03:43 SPY and SPX Performance 05:17 Small Caps and Nasdaq Overview 06:44 Top 10 Options Trades of the Day 14:28 Conclusion and Weekend Wishes   --------------------------------------------------------------------- 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.  

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit Co-Host: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business In this episode, the team dives deep into the recent surge in market volatility, analyzing the influx in VIX trading activity and discussing the potential for significant market shifts. Key highlights include a detailed look at massive trades in the VIX options space, the potential introduction of highly leveraged ETPs such as 3x VIX ETPs, and the possible implications of a 'crypto doom loop' triggered by a Bitcoin crash. The episode also features a breakdown of the recent trading behavior in vol ETPs like SVIX, UVIX, and UVXY, and a lively discussion forecasting future volatility levels. 

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group   The latest episode dives deep into the explosive activity in the precious metals market, with a special focus on gold and silver. Mark covers the unprecedented volumes and price surges in gold, which hit new highs of $4,308, and silver, which soared to $52.78. The episode also discusses the increased volatility and demand for both metals, with detailed analysis of key trades and market behaviors. Additional coverage includes other precious metals like platinum and palladium, which also saw significant movements. The episode highlights how these surges are reflected across different contracts and their implications for traders.

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Henry Schwartz, Cboe Global Markets Co-Host: Mike Tosaw, St. Charles Wealth Management   This episode discusses the upsurge in options trading volume driven by current market volatility and significant movements in metals like silver and gold. The hosts analyze unusual options activity in AMD and Flagstar Financial, with noted trends of increased put buying. They also touch on the ongoing earnings season, focusing on financial sector reports and their impact on the market. The episode wraps up with a live poll discussing current VIX trades and a reminder for traders to stay cautious in these volatile times.