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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.

Nov 15, 2016

Trading Block: U.S. stock market Trump rally loses steam. Oil gets left behind in post-Trump rally. Trump presidency raises questions on the future of Wall St. regulation.

Odd Block: Calls trade in Canadian Natural Resources LTD (CNQ), calls trade in Financial Select SPDR (XLF) and calls trade in Square Inc (SQ)

Mail Block/Options #Question of the Week:

$TSLA ($182.50, down 3%, IV30:41, HV30:31) Straddle says $8.20 move (4.5%) by Friday close. How much will $TSLA actually move

  • In line: ($8-$8.50)
  • Beat Straddle: > $8
  • Less than Straddle: < $8]
  • Sick of #Musk / $TSLA

Listener questions:

  • Question from Moolla - WTF is up with $DRYS? Thing is going nuts - takeover? Lots of calls trading?
  • Comment from Burgh83: Can you explain what that means exactly?...thanks, I'm trying to figure options out still. But holding MRO, want to buy more...

Around the Block/Earnings Highlights:

  • Tuesday - Home Depot, Dick's Sporting Goods
  • Wednesday - Lowe's, Target, Cisco
  • Thursday - Walmart, Best Buy, Salesforce
  • Friday - Foot Locker, Abercrombie & Fitch