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The Option Block

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.

Aug 29, 2014

Option Block 367: Talking AAPL Collars

Trading Block: A relatively quiet day on the street. GoPro and Twitter were the only two names Apple still seems to be reaching new high. How did Tosaw play it?

Odd Block: Big put seller in Wells Fargo & Co. (WFC), puts trade in 21Vianet Group Inc. (VNET), and bullish paper in...


Aug 26, 2014

Option Block 366: The Knife Edge of Volatility

Trading Block: Most major indices up today on the street. Vol saw a bit of a rally as well. S&P briefly hit 2,000, but couldn't stay there.

 

Odd Block: Calls trade in Credit Suisse Group AG (CS), calls trade in H&R Block (HRB), and risk reversal trades in Lennar Corp...


Aug 22, 2014

Option Block 365: The Great Apple $107 Debate

Trading Block: A mild day on the street. Apple finally passes $100. What will Yellen say tomorrow and how will it affect the market? New study show advisors use of options increased 13% since 2011.

 

Odd Block: Calls trade in Jarden Corp. (JAH) calls trade in China Finance...


Aug 19, 2014

Option Block 364: Dollar General Madness Continues

Trading Block: Rally ho on the street today! German 10-year realized vol was 100%!

The social media trio - FB, LKDN and TWTR mixed today.

 

Odd Block: Unusual options activity in DG, AMSC, EGHT, and TASR.

 

Xpress Block: Schwab tools: The 4-legged trade ticket is coming...


Aug 15, 2014

Option Block 363: The Last Train to Pallookaville

Trading Block: The market rallied about half a handle. Putin talks up the street. Bonds: TLT & IEF. Berkshire A crosses $200,000 a share. Red Robin taking it on the chin today.

 

Odd Block: Some unusual activity in TSRA, NM, and NKTR

 

Xpress Block: The social networking...