In this issue, we update our indicators and then explain why we remain cautious while offering two work in progress ideas, one an updated hedge using iShares Russell 2000 Index (IWM) and another long SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) suggestion.
As we head into the fiscal cliff and a potential European solution/crisis one thing strikes me, risk is not being priced into financial assets.
One of the basic directional spreads when learning to trade options is that of the vertical spread. It is extremely versatile and represents a major building block of more complex spreads.
I was a bit hesitant when considering this week?s article because the topic is very subjective. The difficulty lies in fully explaining the possible interpretations of the following chart, and how what could be a powerful tool for you may be misinterpreted if used improperly.
My first option trade was in 1990 on a crude oil contract leading up to Gulf War I. I was convinced oil prices would rise and I was right. I don?t remember how high crude went at the time, maybe $40 or $50 a barrel, but it was a nice win.
It’s our 200th episode. We share our favorite moments, some milestones, and discuss options (a bit). Come join the fun!
During a live trading exercise in class, a student exclaimed, ?Can it really be this easy to make money in the markets? It is so simple!?
Do you know how many different types of options strategies there are? A lot: That?s how many!
We offer a tally of our closed November positions, then a new add-on idea using previously assigned stock followed by a conditional hedge suggestion.
By most measuring techniques, the S&P 500 Index (SPX) is oversold and due for a bounce.
With a 50% guarantee of entertainment, you’d be missing out if you skipped this Option Block. Options? VIX? AAPL? We have it all!
There is a pattern beginning to shape since the election and for the most part it is not good for equities.