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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.

May 20, 2016

Trading Block: Earnings Thursday (retail heavy)

  • After the bell: Gap, Inc., Ross Stores, Shoe Carnival,
  • Before the bell: Wal-Mart, Dick's Sporting Goods, HH Gregg, Stein Mart, The Bon-Ton Stores
  • Stocks to watch: Wal-Mart, Monsanto, Advance Auto Parts, Tesla, Urban Outfitters.
  • This S&P 500 Death Cross could be the real deal.

Odd Block: Calls trade in Kinross Gold Corp (KGC), call buyers trade Coeur Mining Inc. (CDE) and puts trade in Market Vectors Gold Miners (GDX)

Mail Block: Listener questions and comments

  • Question from 777 - With commodity based ETF options - anyway to trade roll risk?

Around the Block: Earnings on Friday- Campbell Soup Company, Deere & Company, Foot Locker Inc. Rate hike watch: key dates and data.