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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.

Oct 16, 2012

TRADING BLOCK

Vol Rundown - Vix came in today, as expected given Vol inflation on Friday and today's rally. Nobel Prize for economics announced today - Alvin Roth won. Citi and Chipotle reporting earnings today.

ODD BLOCK

Calls Active as Two Harbors Crashes (TWO)

Protection Purchased on the Healthcare Select SPDR (XLV)

Calendar Spread Trades on Wells Fargo (WFC)

INTERVIEW BLOCK

Today's guest: Kevin Davitt - KYO Futures Broker. Equities, ratio spreads, and upcoming webinars. 

AROUND THE BLOCK

Earnings Palooza - Southwest, Nokia, Microsoft, Verizon, AMD, Google -  10/18. Election Vol looming on the horizon.