Volatility Views 641: Vol Dies With A Whimper
Update: 2025-07-25
Description
The latest episode of Volatility Views covers a wide range of volatility trading topics with Mark Longo and Russell Rhoads. The show covers the term structure of VIX futures, recent trades in VIX options, and the seasonality of volatility, especially as it relates to earnings season and its impact on the markets. Key trades in VIX options from the week are highlighted and analyzed. Additionally, the episode features listener questions, including strategies for trading VIX calls and dealing with the challenge of finding favorable trading conditions. The show concludes with predictions for VIX prices in the coming week.
01:08 Welcome to Volatility Views
04:59 Market Overview and Volatility Trends
11:39 Earnings Season Insights
15:44 VIX Futures and Options Analysis
25:52 Russell's Weekly Rundown
33:47 VIX Options Tsunami
34:03 Hot Options of the Day
34:24 Jan 20 Threes Analysis
36:23 AUG 16 Puts and Ratio Spreads
41:12 Inverse Volatility Products
45:01 Volatility Voicemail
45:47 Listener Questions and Flash Polls
54:28 Crystal Ball Predictions
57:14 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements
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