With earnings season right around the corner, options players might want to look into employing a long straddle strategy. A long straddle is typically used ahead of expected volatility (such as before ...

A few months ago, we explored trying to smooth out performance of consistently shorting straddles with a buying dated long straddle using NDX options. We found that a consistent strategy selling NDX 3 ...

How to profit from a big move in either direction using options With earnings season right around the corner, options players might want to look into employing a long straddle strategy. A long ...

When traders first start using options, they often employ them either as a way to take a directional view on an asset (buying a call if they expect it to rise or a put if they expect it to fall) or as ...

Volatility has eased in recent days as the market digests the tech sector continues to lead the way. However, volatility could rear its ugly head again at any time. The VIX Index closed at 18.92 ...

The risk with options straddles and options strangles is limited Options straddles and options strangles are two advanced options strategies that can be used to capitalize on changes in implied ...

Options are an increasingly popular way for traders to play the market, and it’s no surprise why. Options let you make some big money if you’re right, potentially multiplying your money, perhaps in ...

Volatility is back towards the lowest levels we have seen in 2025 with the VIX Index closing at 17.38 on Tuesday. When ...