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Volatility Views


Volatility Views is the premier radio program for volatility traders. From interviews with leading industry guests to detailed analysis of volatility products, this program takes you inside the world of volatility trading like never before. If you are an experienced options trader looking to expand your understanding of volatility, or if you are simply curious about VIX and other volatility products, then this is the program for you.

Nov 3, 2014

Volatility Views 134: Earnings Surprises and Greenspan Gold Fades

Volatility Review: Big surprises from an earnings vol/straddle perspective this quarter. AMZN - Sold off about $30. LNKD - Closed at $202.50. TSLA next week. CBOE this morning.
VIX Cash: 17.87 - 14.04

VIX Options: Total 6.53m (4.46m Calls, 2.08m Puts)

VXST: Total 4927 (4918 Calls, 9 Puts)

 

Volatility Voicemail: Listener questions and comments

 

Question from Phillipono - Are there any good tools out there for comparing realized to implied volatility and determining the best times to sell premium?