The Option Block

• The Option Block 1396: The FlowMaster Spotlight on VIX Decomposition & More

  In this special episode of The Option Block, Henry "The FlowMaster" Schwartz discuss the recent market selloff and its impact on various sectors. He delves into factors such as rough earnings moves by Amazon and Coinbase, as well as the VIX index behavior, including a detailed analysis from a newly published white paper on VIX decomposition. Specific unusual trading activities in Bristol Myers and Momentum Holdings are also highlighted. The episode provides listeners with an in-depth look at the market dynamics, helping traders make more educated moves. The discussion includes advice on using SPX and mini S&P 500 options for better portfolio management. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:37 Market Overview and Recent Developments 03:21 In-Depth Analysis of VIX and Market Movements 06:33 Odd Block Trades and Insights 09:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

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• The Option Block 1395: Hot Earnings Action in MSFT, META, AMZN, AAPL and More

  In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and his all-star panel including Uncle Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management and Henry 'The Flowmaster' Schwartz from Cboe discuss various topics related to the options market. The show covers a wide range of issues such as reactions to Microsoft and Meta's impressive earnings, interesting call buys in lesser-known stocks like Coursera and Freshworks, and detailed breakdowns of recent unusual options activity. Listener polls on trading challenges and strategical preferences are addressed while Uncle Mike and Henry share their insights on the current market environment and upcoming economic events.    03:08 Market Analysis and Trading Strategies 06:27 Earnings Reports and Market Movers 12:34 Options Trading Insights and Trends 18:45 Earnings Season Highlights 29:32 Coinbase and Market Movements 30:19 Riot and Roku Analysis 30:55 Moderna and Cboe Insights 31:25 Earnings Season Highlights 32:15 Odd Block: Unusual Options Activity 32:55 Coursera and Freshworks Trades 39:46 Bristol Myers Squibb Breakdown 46:40 Listener Mail and Poll Results 53:33 Around the Block: Market Watch  

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• The Option Block 1394: Playing Cribbage and Slinging Options

  In this episode, host Mark Longo along with his co-hosts Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi (The Option Pit) and "Uncle" Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) dive into the latest trends and activity in the options market. The hosts analyze feedback from their audience on recent trades and trends, including an in-depth look at options activity for names like MicroStrategy, Alphabet, Amazon, and more. They also examine recent earnings reports and make future predictions. The Odd Block segment features a deep dive into unusual options activity, focusing on specific trades like the Aug six puts in Itau Unibanco Holding SA. In the Strategy Block, Uncle Mike provides essential tips on safeguarding financial information against potential breaches. The episode concludes with a preview of key events and market movements to watch for the rest of the week.   01:56 Kicking Off the Week with Options Talk 02:15 Hot Options Report and Pro Trading 03:47 80s Trivia Challenge 06:59 Market Analysis and Trading Block 08:35 Remembering Hulk Hogan 11:22 Big Tech Earnings and Market Trends 16:48 Volume and Trading Activity 27:51 Tesla's Earnings and Market Reaction 29:44 Upcoming Earnings Reports 31:00 Boeing and SoFi Earnings Preview 32:03 EA and Other Tech Earnings 34:57 Options Activity Analysis 44:38 Security Measures for Financial Accounts 48:51 Around the Block: Market Watch  

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• The Option Block 1393: Trade Options and Eat Your Vitamins

  In this episode of The Option Block, host Mark Longo and his co-hosts Henry Schwartz (Cboe Global Markets) and Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) discuss the latest trends in the options market, including a surprising dip in VIX to a 14 handle and a spike in Mara. The team also delves into unusual activity in the stocks like Bloom Energy (BE) and Opendoor Technologies (OPEN), which has experienced significant volatility. Subsequent discussions include how various economic indicators and sectors like technology and industrials are performing. The episode also features tributes to the recently deceased Hulk Hogan, marking the iconic wrestler's impact on pop culture.   01:18 Meet the Hosts and Co-Hosts 03:15 Show Kickoff and Recent Additions 05:11 Special Segment: Remembering Hulk Hogan 10:25 Market Analysis and Trading Block 28:19 The Saga of OPEN Stock 29:32 Alphabet and Nvidia Updates 29:57 Tesla's Earnings and EV Market 30:42 Earnings Highlights: American Airlines, Nokia, and More 33:50 Unusual Options Activity: The Odd Block 39:15 Bloom Energy's Resurgence 43:17 Airlines in Focus: American Airlines 47:28 Wendy's and Market Trends 49:11 Audience Polls and Market Insights 54:38 Concluding Remarks and Upcoming Shows  

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• The Option Block 1392: Open Turns the Options Market on Its Head

  In this episode of the Option Block, Mark Longo, Mike Tosaw & Andrew Giovinazzi dive into the unique activity in the options market, highlighted by unexpected leaders such as Opendoor Technologies. The discussion includes the current state of VIX and the intriguing rise of CX. Also, they cover actionable insights on protecting portfolios with puts, adjusting to new all-time highs in the S&P 500, and a trivia challenge with surprising results. Listener engagement is key with multiple polls, and the show ends with a preview of what's on the horizon in the options market.   03:05 Earnings Week and Market Overview 03:44 80s Trivia Challenge 06:14 Market Analysis and Trading Block 07:51 Boxing Stories and Market Insights 15:45 Protective Puts and Silver Trends 18:27 VIX and SPY Activity 27:46 Meme Stocks Take Over 28:23 Open: The New Market Leader 30:57 Earnings Season Highlights 33:26 Unusual Options Activity 44:51 Strategy Insights with Uncle Mike Tosaw 48:13 Around the Block: Market Watch  

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