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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 26, 2017

Trading Block: A Retail Resurgence: Best Buy (BBY) - close $50.42, ATM straddle $4, approx. 8%. Earnings: Amazon, ULTA, Costco, GameStop.

Odd Block: Call spread buying in Southwestern Energy Corporation (SWN), calls buying in Macerish Co (MAC), puts and stock buying in Omega Healthcare Investors (OHI)

Strategy Block: Mike discusses what you can do to sell premium in this market environment.

Mail Block: Options Question Of The Week:

$VIX =11.20. $VIX June Future = 12.40 $VIX Weekly 11 puts = $.15, Weekly 13 Calls = $.15. What's your trade?

  • Buy 13 Call for $.15
  • Buy 11 Put for $.15
  • Sell 13 Call for $.15
  • Sell 11 Put for $.15

Listener Comment:

  • Comment from Production One - VR would excite the young to trade options! Not old fat guys for sure! MarketWatch: Who trades options the most? Millennial investors Industry should be OK going forward.

Around the Block/This Week in the Market:

  • A shortened week due to Memorial Day