Episodios

  • OIC 2025 Conversations: Delisting Foreign Companies For National Security

    OIC 2025 Conversations: Delisting Foreign Companies For National Security
    Jun 29 2025

    On this episode we are joined in the Southern Studio during the Options Industry Conference by:

    • Jim Toes, President & CEO, Securities Traders Association

    Jim and Mark discuss:

    • The nuances involved in deslisting foreign companies in the name of national security.
    • His thoughts on the 0DTE Mag 7 proposal - does it make sense for the options markets?
    • Do we have to worry about transaction taxes making a comeback?
    • What's on the docket for the STA National Convention in D.C.?
    • and much more...
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    18 m
  • Volatility Views 638: Paying the Iron Price for VIX Futures

    Volatility Views 638: Paying the Iron Price for VIX Futures
    Jun 27 2025
    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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    1 h
  • TWIFO 455: Shocks and Surprises in Small Caps

    TWIFO 455: Shocks and Surprises in Small Caps
    Jun 27 2025
    In this episode Mark Longo dives deep into the ever-changing futures options landscape. Key topics include the performance analysis of tradable products such as gold, crude oil, and soybeans, with an emphasis on the volatility and top trades in these markets. Additionally, the episode features a special guest, Katherine Yoshimoto from FTSE Russell, who discusses the upcoming Russell Reconstitution. She provides insights into the changes in the market cap breakpoint, the shift of some 'Mag Seven' stocks partially into the value category, and the move to semi-annual reconstitution in 2024. The podcast also touches on various aspects of the Russell 2000 index, including recent trading trends, volatility movements, and notable trading activity. The episode concludes with a detailed explanation of the scheduling and methodology changes coming to the Russell indices. 01:03 Welcome to This Week in Futures Options 04:24 Movers and Shakers Report 12:45 Deep Dive into Equities with Catherine Yoshimoto 13:45 Russell Reconstitution Insights 29:00 Russell 2000 Options Analysis 34:24 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
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    40 m
  • The Option Block 1387: Is the Market Drinking the Kool Aid?

    The Option Block 1387: Is the Market Drinking the Kool Aid?
    Jun 26 2025
    In this episode, the hosts dive deep into various market activities and the options landscape. They kick off discussing VIX trends, with Uncle Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) anxiously monitoring for an all-time high in the S&P 500. Flowmaster Henry Schwartz (Cboe) analyzes unusual options activity in Rocket Labs, Sunrun, and Citi, giving insights into recent call buying patterns and market movements. Listener polls on VIX options and market reactions to the Middle East conflict are dissected, revealing diverse audience perspectives. The show wraps up with a look ahead to upcoming market events and strategies. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:04 Meet the Hosts and Special Guests 03:15 Market Updates and Trading Insights 04:39 Uncle Mike's Market Analysis 05:51 Flowmaster's Market Data Insights 06:44 Trading Block: Latest Trends and Trades 22:48 Single Name Volume and Earnings Highlights 29:42 Unusual Options Activity 30:26 Welcome to The Odd Block 31:05 Rocket Labs' Wild Ride 34:53 Sunrun's Solar Struggles 40:20 Citi's Financial Moves 44:38 Audience Mail Call 49:55 Market Predictions and Flex Options
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    59 m
  • The European Market Brief 4: European Rates

    The European Market Brief 4: European Rates
    Jun 26 2025
    This episode of 'The European Market Brief' introduces listeners to the European derivatives and fixed income markets. Hosted by Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network, the show delves into trading strategies, liquidity, and market trends specific to European rates, comparing them with US counterparts. Guests Russell Rhodes (Indiana University), Rex Jones (Eurex), and James Sewell (Marex) offer valuable insights into products like BUN, BOBL, and SCHATZ futures, and discuss recent market activities, including the impact of potential massive fiscal spending in Germany and ongoing global geopolitical tensions. The episode also covers the transition from LIBOR to alternatives like EUROSTR, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of current opportunities and challenges in the European trading landscape. 01:22 Welcome to the European Market Brief 02:32 Episode 4 Kickoff and Listener Appreciation 03:53 Guest Introductions: Russell Rhodes and Rex Jones 07:06 Guest Introduction: James Sewell 08:41 Continental Conversations: Exploring European Rates 10:14 Diving into European Rates Products 16:51 Comparing US and European Rates Markets 19:43 Liquidity and Trading Hours in European Rates 26:05 Open Interest and Speculative Activity 31:24 LIBOR Transition and New European Rates Products 33:14 Regional Differences in Interest Rates 33:51 Issues with LIBOR and Transition to New Rates 34:44 European Rate Products and Market Gaps 36:38 Short-Term Euro Interest Rate Futures 39:06 Option Strategies in European Rates 43:29 Divergence Between US and European Rates 51:44 Impact of German Fiscal Policies on Rates 53:56 Future Trading Opportunities and Market Catalysts 58:05 Conclusion and Contact Information
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    1 h y 4 m
  • The Futures Rundown 38: Middle East Turmoil: Futures Market Impact

    The Futures Rundown 38: Middle East Turmoil: Futures Market Impact
    Jun 26 2025
    This episode of The Futures Rundown, hosted by Mark Longo and featuring guest Dan Gramza from Gramza Capital Management, delves into the intricacies of the futures markets. Discussions include the volatility in energy markets prompted by Middle Eastern conflicts, with a focus on crude oil and natural gas price fluctuations. The episode covers performance trends in various futures assets, including significant movements in soybean oil, platinum, copper, and precious metals. The hosts also address user questions about the impacts of geopolitical events on market behavior and provide insights on specific commodity trends like coffee and silver. 02:09 Welcome to the Futures Rundown 03:24 Market Analysis with Dan Gramza 06:19 Impact of Mideast Conflict on Markets 12:13 Crude Oil and Natural Gas Insights 18:13 Upside Movers in the Futures Market 21:12 Downside Movers in the Futures Market 21:23 Energy Market Highlights 22:55 Coffee Market Analysis 25:48 Futures Market Activity 29:59 Year-to-Date Market Trends 33:13 Soybean Oil vs. Soybean Meal 36:20 Silver and Copper Insights 39:49 Dan's Market Analysis and Resources 42:07 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
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    44 m
  • Options Boot Camp 344: Forgotten Options Terms Part 3

    Options Boot Camp 344: Forgotten Options Terms Part 3
    Jun 26 2025
    In this episode of Options Bootcamp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive deep into the world of options trading terminology that has largely been lost to time. They discuss legacy trading concepts like the 'Texas Hedge,' 'price improvement auctions,' and the 'penny pilot program.' They also reminisce about old order types like 'fill or kill' and explore terms like 'screen trader' and 'spot' in pricing. This episode provides a reflective look at how trading practices and slang have evolved over the years, all while engaging the audience with some light-hearted banter and nostalgia. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:36 Meet the Hosts: Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli 03:49 Forgotten Options Terminology 06:48 Exploring the Penny Pilot Program 12:10 Price Improvement Auctions Explained 15:25 The Texas Hedge Explained 18:03 Fill or Kill Orders: A Blast from the Past 21:42 The Evolution of Screen Trading 23:06 Spot Pricing and Old School Lingo 25:12 Remembering Ticket Charges 26:54 Conclusion and Podcast Promotion
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    29 m
  • OIC 2025 Conversations: Has NASDAQ Cracked the 0DTE Nvidia Code?

    OIC 2025 Conversations: Has NASDAQ Cracked the 0DTE Nvidia Code?
    Jun 25 2025

    On this episode, we are joined in the Southern Studio during the Options Conference by:

    • Dave Barrett, Head of Options Strategy at Nasdaq

    Dave and Mark discuss:

    • Nasdaq's potentially game-changing proposal for 0DTE Tesla, Nvidia and more. Will we finally be able to trade 0DTE options on single-name equities? Let's find out...

    Plus they discuss:

    • the state of options education
    • FLEX madness
    • The wild response to IBIT options
    • and much more..
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    26 m