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 […]
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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 […]
Coinbase Swing Trade Delivers 39% Return as SpotGamma Signals Flag Bullish Breakout Setup
When volatility, positioning, and directional signals align, swing trades can deliver strong returns with defined risk. Coinbase (COIN) provided a clean example of this, as multiple SpotGamma indicators pointed to a bullish setup with expanding range potential. Shifts higher in key Gamma levels, combined with rising demand for calls, signaled that traders were positioning for […]
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 […]
NVIDIA Rejection at Call Wall Triggers Intraday Selloff as SpotGamma Delivers High-Conviction Short Setup
When large amounts of Gamma are set to expire and price approaches key resistance, volatility and directional moves can accelerate quickly. NVIDIA (NVDA) provided a textbook example of this dynamic, as a rally into a major call wall led to a sharp reversal driven by options positioning. With heavy Call Gamma dominating the structure and […]
Stock & Bond Correlations: “No Crying in Correlation”
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