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The Option Block All-Star Panel breaks down the latest developments in the options market, analyzes unusual options activity, explains cutting-edge options strategies, answers listener questions and much more. Whether you're an active options trader or just getting started in the options market, The Option Block will keep you informed and entertained.

Dec 28, 2012

Option Block 209: 2012 Year in Review

 

2012 Year in Review Block:

A lot of whip-saw action in the market...


Dec 21, 2012

Option Block 208: Options Fuel the Exchange War

Trading Block: News is circulating of a potentially sizable...


Dec 18, 2012

Option Block 207: Ratio Combos and Weekly Premium

Trading Block: We saw a broad rally across the market as rumors of a deal to avert the fiscal cliff are spreading. There was also a mild VIX selloff today. Mark put on my first taste of Apple last week - Dec 465/455 put spread. The latest on GLD. Miami Options...


Dec 14, 2012

Option Block 206: The Secret World of Open Interest

Trading Block: It was a bloody day on the market; screens were nothing but a sea of red. Apple is now creating its own vol excitement, this time in the 500's. Is Tosaw a degenerate weekly premium seller? VIX cash headed towards the upside. GLD is at a 13 vol...


Dec 11, 2012

Option Block 205: The Great Collar Debate

Trading Block: Most of the market was unchanged today. Vol levels in Apple have been attractively low, is Tosaw back on the short put train? GLD sees a little move to the upside.

Odd Block: Unusual activity in: Dole Food Co, (DOLE), iShares MSCI Emerging Markets...