Brent, Founder of SpotGamma, joined trader TV live to talk about NVDA’s options driving the stock market. He also touched on the large upcoming September FOMC, VIX Expiration & Options Expiration.
Market Analysis
The Dangers of Premium Selling Zero DTE ETFs
Investing in Zero Days to Expiration (Zero DTE) options strategies through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has gained popularity in recent years, particularly for investors seeking to generate income through premium selling. These ETFs, such as the Defiance S&P 500 Enhanced Options Income ETF (JEPY), employ a strategy focused on selling put options with very short expiration […]
Case Study: A Step-by-Step Bearish Trade Breakdown of Nvidia (NVDA)
Author: Doug PlessProfessional Trader & SpotGamma Content Contributor Case Study: A Step-by-Step Nvidia Bear Trade Breakdown In this case study, full-time Professional Trader and SpotGamma Content Contributor Doug Pless demonstrates how he uses SpotGamma tools to plan and execute a trade in Nvidia stock. The process involves positional analysis, focusing on market makers’ positions and […]
The OPEX Effect: August 2024 | Behind the Scenes of the Recent Market Volatility
In this episode of OPEX Effect, we dive into the recent market volatility and its connection to options flows. We discuss the sudden VIX spike to 65, examining the factors that led to this extreme event, including low liquidity, the unwinding of correlation trades, and the impact of zero-day options. We explore how the market […]
Volatility, Correlation & Dispersion: SpotGamma on “The Market Huddle”
In this episode of Huddle +, Patrick Ceresna chats with Brent Kochuba, the founder of Spot Gamma, to break down the forces driving recent market volatility. They delve into the nuances of gamma and the dispersion trade, offering actionable insights for investors. Whether you’re a seasoned trader or just curious about the mechanics behind market […]
How We Nailed the Volatile Markets Last Week—And How You Can Too
How We Nailed the Volatile Markets Last Week—And How You Can Too Monday January 01 1999 Try SpotGamma HIRO Indicator for Free Real-time options data See when options drive stocks 0DTE filter for short-term trades Get Started Free Our Critical Market Guidance The past week has been a roller coaster for the stock market, with […]
Nomura on the August JPY Carry Trade/Volatility Shock
This podcast episode features a conversation with Charlie McElligott, a cross-asset macro strategist at Nomura. The discussion revolves around recent market volatility, particularly the significant selloff and shifts in volatility dynamics. McElligott explains how the flattening of the skew, a measure of demand for downside versus upside protection, and the bid on volatility of volatility […]
SpotGamma on TastyTrade Live
Brent, Founder of SpotGamma, joined Victor Jones to discuss the recent market turmoil.
Blazing Hot IWM/Russell 2000 (R2k): How Options Insights Helped to Navigate the Small-Cap Madness
How Option Flows Helped to Navigate the Small-Cap Madness Monday January 01 1999 Try SpotGamma HIRO Indicator for Free Real-time options data See when options drive stocks 0DTE filter for short-term trades Get Started Free Key Takeaways The unprecedented +12% surge in IWM/Russell 2000 (R2k) marked the most overbought condition for any major US Index […]
Case Study: Coinbase (COIN) Swing Trade Using SpotGamma
Author: Doug PlessProfessional Trader & SpotGamma Content Contributor Case Study: A Winning Trade in Coinbase (COIN) with Doug Pless In this detailed case study, Doug Pless shares how he used SpotGamma tools to find and plan a swing trade on Coinbase between May 28th and June 12th, 2024. During planning, Doug scans for potential candidates […]