In the second part of OIC’s Advisor Study, “Tales from the Front”, here’s a look at what caused advisors to add options and how they got started…
SEC Publishes ISE’s Form 1 for Topaz Exchange
The SEC published for comment ISE’s Form 1 application for Topaz.
CBOE to Launch Mini-Options on March 18
CBOE will launch mini-options on March 18.
CME Reduces Grain, Oilseed Trading Hours
Beginning April 8, CME will cut its grain and oilseed trading hours.
CBOE February ADV Volume Fell 15 Percent Year-Over-Year
In February, CBOE average daily volume fell 15 percent year-over-year.
CME Group ADV Rises Seven Percent Year-Over-Year
In February, CME Group’s average daily volume jumped seven percent year-over-year but up 20 percent from January 2013.
3/4/13 Pre-Market Movers
A quick look at the names active in the pre-market for Monday, March 4.
VIX Futures Trading Volume Hits New All-Time High in February
For a second straight month, VIX futures trading volume hit all-time highs.
OCC: Cleared Contract Volume Fell 8% In February
OCC reported that cleared contract volume dropped 8 percent in February.
OIC: February Options Volume Fell 8 Percent
OIC reported February options volume declined 8 percent.
ISE: February’s Largest Equity Options Exchange
ISE reported for February it was the largest options exchange.
BATS Posts Record Month In U.S. Options Market Share
BATS Options in the U.S. reported a monthly record for market share.

