June 27, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode, Mark Longo and his guests, Russell Rhodes (Kelley School of Business - Indiana University), Andrew Giovinazzi (The Option Pit), and Matt Amberson (ORATS) delve into a week characterized by remarkable market movements and surprising fluidity in volatility levels. The panel discusses specific options trades, the broader economic implications of recent events, and their own strategic trading insights. Punctuated by sharp analyses on macroeconomic indicators and a look-ahead towards earnings season, the hosts engage in rich discussions encapsulating the volatile yet intriguing landscape of the current trading environment.
01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views
01:52 Market Recap and Volatility Insights
03:24 Special Guests and Discussions
06:18 Volatility Review
21:42 Earnings Volatility Report
25:24 Volatility Surface Analysis
32:33 VIX Options Activity Overview
33:02 VIX Top 10 Contracts
35:22 Russell's Weekly Rundown
35:44 Monday's Block Trades
37:37 Tuesday's VIX Trades
39:18 Wednesday and Thursday VIX Trades
46:14 VIX ETPs and Market Analysis
51:38 Crystal Ball Predictions
55:39 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements
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