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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.

Jul 31, 2017

Volatility Review: A look back at the week from a volatility perspective

The Numbers:

  • VIX Cash back in double digit territory.
  • VVIX - 86.87
  • CBOE Skew Index - 130
  • VIX Options - ADV: 653k, VIX Call/Put: 3.9/ 1; Total 10.4m (8.23m Calls, 2.13m Puts
  • Traders 'Shocked' by VIX Bet That Could Pay $265M.
  • Bond Trader's $10...


Jul 24, 2017

Volatility Review: A look back at the week from a volatility perspective.

The Numbers:

  • VIX Cash - 9.58, VVIX - 76
  • VXN - 14.36, CBOE Skew Index - 130
  • VIX Options - ADV: 671k, Total 7.32m (5.82m Calls, 1.49m Puts)

Russell's Weekly Rundown:

Volatility Flash Poll: Someone bought 235k $VIX Aug 30/35 Call Spreads for a...


Jul 17, 2017

Volatility Review: A look back at the week from a volatility perspective.

  • CML VIZ
  • VIX Cash: 9.90, VVIX:  85.68
  • VIX Options: ADV - 671k, Total 10.3m (8.28m Calls, 2.06m Puts)
  • VIX pop quiz
  • Strong Volume for SPXW Options with Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Month-end Expirations.
  • A Bond Trader's $10 Million Volatility Bet...


Jul 10, 2017

Volatility Review: A look back at the week from a volatility perspective.

  • The VIX juice is loose
  • OCC cleared futures volume in June reached 13,194,530 contracts, a 16% increase from June 2016.
  • One of the most popular - and controversial - trades in the stock market (XIV) is showing no signs of slowing down....


Jul 3, 2017

Volatility Review: A look back at the week from a volatility perspective

  • VIX Cash - 11.44, VVIX: 93.78
  • CBOE Skew Index - 129m, slightly calmer than last week.
  • VIX Futures - Front month: 0.65 Second month: 1.25

Russell's Weekly Rundown:

  • VIX Options: Mon - 630k, Tues - 724k, Weds - 510k, Thurs - 1.16M, ADV - 685K,...