Brent, Founder of SpotGamma, joined Victor Jones to discuss the recent market turmoil.
Market Analysis
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 […]
The OPEX Effect: July 2024 | Inside What is Driving This Weird Market
In this episode of the OPEX Effect, we explore the current market rally and discuss the concept of “correlation spasms” – unusual movements and relationships between market components. We examine record low volatility, the outsize impact of mega-cap tech stocks, and the recent surge in small-caps. We analyze the prevalence of zero days-to-expiry options trading […]
Why Does Record Low Stock Correlation and Volatility Matter?
Understanding Correlation and Volatility in the Stock Market Introduction This video sheds light on the concepts of stock volatility and correlation, particularly focusing on how correlation metrics influence market behavior and volatility trends. This post will summarize the key points discussed, emphasizing the impact of correlation on volatility and market dynamics. Correlation Metrics and Their […]
TrendSpider: SpotGamma’s Latest Integration
You’ve asked for it – and we’ve delivered! This has been one of the most requested integrations by our respective communities: SpotGamma’s key trading levels are now live within the TrendSpider platform. What is TrendSpider? TrendSpider is a powerful charting software designed by traders for traders. It offers a comprehensive and modern trading solutions that […]
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 […]
Stock & Bond Correlations: “No Crying in Correlation”
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S&P 500, Correlation & Low Volatility: The Big Trade Underneath the Strangely Calm Surface of the S&P 500 | Odd Lots
In the latest episode of Odd Lots, Tracy Alloway and Joe Weisenthal explore current market conditions, emphasizing the interplay between dispersion, correlation, and volatility. The episode, recorded on June 13, highlights how the S&P 500 has consistently shown upward momentum, albeit with minimal daily gains. The discussion introduces the concept of the dispersion trade, which […]
OPEX Effect: June is Call-Bloated
In The OPEX Effect: June 2024, Brent Kochua and Jack Forehand discuss the impact of options expiration (OPEX) on market volatility and specific stocks, such as Nvidia. During periods of low market volatility, significant call positions expiring can lead to increased market movement and volatility. They mention the influence of JP Morgan’s collar positions on the […]
