Volatility Views 626: Tariffs and Tremors in the Vol Markets

In this episode, Mark Longo, along with Mark Sebastian of The Option Pit and Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business - Indiana University, discuss market volatility with a focus on VIX products, the significance of recent trades, and broader market movements. The show delves into the peculiar behavior of VIX options, examining notable trades like the April 20 calls and April 20-30 verticals. Listeners are also introduced to the new VYLD product and its performance. A humorous segment highlights contradictory VIX articles from Market Watch. The program concludes with listener questions and forecasts for the following week.

 

01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views

01:51 Market Recap and Volatility Insights

02:31 Special Guests and Announcements

05:02 Volatility Review

06:53 Volatility Trading Strategies

10:40 VIX Futures and Market Predictions

16:49 VIX Options Analysis

21:23 Russell's Weekly Rundown

30:56 Audience Poll: April 2030s vs. Straight 20 Twos

31:08 Market Performance and Audience Preferences

32:12 Contract Activity and Strike Chain Analysis

32:57 VIX Options and Trading Strategies

35:36 Inverse Volatility Products: SVIX and VYLD

41:44 Levered Volatility: UUVIX and UVXY

48:49 Volatility Voicemail: Listener Questions

49:45 Market Watch VIX Nonsense

53:26 Crystal Ball Predictions

56:47 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements