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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.

Apr 14, 2017

Trading Block: Today we have very special guest co-hosts: Nick Howard, QuickStirke. Ophir Gottlieb, CMLVIZ.com

  • VIX blowing out the down side
  • MOAB bomb drops
  • Commodity update
  • Uncle Mike's silver collar

Odd Block: Puts trade in iShares Barclays 7-10 year bond ETF (IEF), puts trade in Hanesbrands Inc (HBI), calls trade in Whiting Petroleum Corp (WLL).

Strategy Block: Uncle Mike Tosaw discusses trading over a long weekend.

Mail Block/Options #QuestionOfTheWeek

With $TSLA threatening $315 how are you leaning in your #Options trades this month? Would you rather:

  • Buy 1-month $300 put
  • Buy 1-month $330 call
  • Sell 1-month $300 put
  • Staying far away from it

Listener Question:

Question from AndersonInvesting - New to options. I use TD Ameritrade but currently I do not like it for options. I was looking at Charles Schwab. Any recommendations for an options newbie? Also looking at AMD puts to protect gains (averaged in at 13.23. Earnings date has been announced for May 1st.) Any suggestions there?

Around the Block/This Week in the Market:

  • April 14: Consumer Price Index, Retail Sales, Consumer Sentiment