It’s been a busy week for the VIX as it approaches a 17-month high.
VIX Poised for Greatest Jump in 17 Months
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The Street Interview: Options Trading on U.S. Treasury Securities
NASDAQ OMX launched options trading on U.S. Treasury securities this week. Here’s more information on the new products.
Corzine Could Face Lifetime Futures Ban
The NFA may consider a lifetime ban for former MF Global CEO Jon Corzine.
optionsXpress Changes Commission Structure for Futures, Futures Options
optionsXpress changed its commission structure for futures and futures options.
Options to Open Chicago Office
Options will open a Chicago office on March 1.
ISE Wins “Most Innovative Exchange Technology – Options” Award
The ISE is the winner of the Most Innovative Exchange Technology – Options” award from Wall Street Letter.
OptionsCity Metro Wins ?Best Options Trading Platform? Award
OptionsCity Metro won its second strraight ?Best Options Trading Platform? Award from Wall Street Letter.
Option Block 221: Suspiciously Well-Timed Call Buying
Someone hit it out of the park on $STZ. Was it too good to be true?
NASDAQ OMX’s Meyer “Sandy” Frucher to Receive Annual Joseph W. Sullivan Award
NASDAQ OMX’s Meyer “Sandy” Frucher will receive the Joseph W. Sullivan Award.
CBOE Answers the Going Private Possibility Question with A Yes
CBOE has not ruled out going private as an option.
BATS Applies to Become Registered Investment Exchange
BATS Chi-X Europe has applied for a Recognized Investment Exchange designation.
Weekly Options Boost Retail Participation in Treasuries
weekly options have helped bring in more retail participation in the treasury complex.