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The Option Block 1430: Greedy Pigs of VIX Puts & The Sultans of Options Trading Dec 15, 2025

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Mark Longo, Uncle Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management), and Andrew 'The Rock Lobster' Giovinazzi (The Option Pit) break down the final full trading week of 2025. This high-stakes episode covers the shocking conclusion to the '80s Trivia Challenge, explosive VIX and index flow, and a crucial year-end Tax Strategy discussion.

The '80s Trivia Challenge: A Consequential Loss

The dramatic conclusion of the year-long contest: Uncle Mike vs. The Rock Lobster. The hosts sweat it out in a high-pressure round of Sports & Leisure trivia. Find out who claims the point and if the "Chicago Politics" conspiracy theories hold up!

The Trading Block: End-of-Year Market Breakdown

The VIX Cash index is rallying off recent lows. Is this December different from years past? The Rock Lobster confesses his VIX Puts strategy was his "worst product" of the year due to being a "Greedy Pig" and not monetizing the downside swings. The panel also looks at key single-name movers like Apple (AAPL), Broadcom (AVGO), and a roaring Tesla (TSLA).

Hot Options Report: VIX Puts & SPY Zero Day Flow

Detailed analysis of today's hottest option: The dirt-cheap Dec 15th VIX Puts for $0.04. Plus, a look at the massive flow in SPY (SPY) and SPX (SPX) index options, confirming the zero-day trend, alongside surprising upside action in the QQQ (QQQ) Calls.

Strategy Block: Crucial Year-End Tax Planning

Uncle Mike provides essential guidance on year-end tax strategies. He details how to use Tax Loss Harvesting to offset gains and reminds traders about the Wash Sale rules. A must-listen segment covers the Mark-to-Market rule for 1256 Contracts (like SPX options) before the December 31st deadline.

Around the Block: Silver (SLV) Poll & All-Time Highs

The team forecasts whether Silver (SLV) can continue its historic run into 2026. Plus, predictions on if the SPX can hit new All-Time Highs before the new year.

Volatility Views 659: 2025 Is Going Out With A Bang! Dec 13, 2025

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In this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo (The Options Insider), Russell Rhoads (Kelley School of Business at Indiana University), and Andrew Giovinazzi (The Option Pit) dive deep into the week's market volatility. They begin with an in-depth analysis of the notable Fed cut announcement and its immediate market implications.

Key Volatility Trading Insights:

VIX Products & Options: Detailed breakdown of VIX options behavior, volatility spikes, and significant trades.
Fed Reaction: Analyzing insights from Fed officials and the overall market reaction to the rate decision.
ETPs Explored: Intricacies of volatility ETPs, including $SVIX and $UVXY performance and strategy.
Strategies & Predictions: In-depth trading strategies and predictions for the upcoming week in the volatility market.

The Hot Options Report: 12-12-2025 Dec 12, 2025

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The options market was on fire! Host Mark Longo breaks down the Top 10 Most Active Single Name Equity Options for Friday, November 12th on the Hot Options Report. Find out which stocks saw heavy options volume following the post-Fed whipsaw action.

This episode is packed with options trading insights, including key volume, average prices, and market trends for:

Tesla (TSLA): The day's Number 1 spot, blowing through 4.5 million contracts and closing with a winner on the 455 calls.
Nvidia (NVDA): Putting up nearly 4 million contracts amid AI spending concerns.
Broadcom (AVGO): The massive sell-off after earnings and the high-volume 365 calls.
Oracle (ORCL): Selling off hard, but with high call volume for the 195 strike.
Apple (AAPL): Bucking the overall market sell-off and climbing into the close.
High-Volume Names: Analysis of Netflix (NFLX), Merck (MRK), Monster (MNST), the wild ride of Rivian (RIVN), and Palantir (PLTR).

Go to TheHotOptionsReport.com for more options data.

TWIFO 477: The Hunt Bros vs. The Widowmaker Dec 12, 2025

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This episode of 'This Week in Futures Options' delivers a detailed analysis of the futures options market, focusing on the latest trends and significant movements in silver futures options and natural gas futures options trading activity. Hosted by Mark Longo, the program provides essential insights into the top futures trades, volatility shifts, and hot products for the week.

The show includes statistics on both the light and dark sides of the market, highlighting noteworthy trades like a February 80-85 call spread in silver and active movements in January natural gas options.

The Hot Options Report: 12-11-2025 Dec 11, 2025

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Options Traders, this is your closing bell recap! The Hot Options Report breaks down the wild options market volume seen on a critical post-Federal Reserve trading day. Host Mark Longo delivers crucial options flow analysis across the most active tickers.

Top Options Flow Analysis: Mark Longo dives into the closing volume across the most active tickers, including the Oracle ($ORCL) plunge, Nvidia ($NVDA), Tesla ($TSLA), Apple ($AAPL), and MSTR.

Deep-Dive into Hot Trades: Get key insights on today's largest option transactions, specifically the massive interest in Robinhood ($HOOD) 125 Calls and the Vale ($VALE) Jan 12 Calls, plus activity in Palantir ($PLTR) and AMD ($AMD).

Don't miss this essential look at market movements and price actions after the closing bell on 12-11-2025. For more options data and insights, visit thehotoptionsreport.com.

The Hot Options Report: 12-11-2025 Dec 11, 2025

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Top Options Flow Analysis: Mark Longo dives into the closing volume across the most active tickers, including the Oracle ($ORCL) plunge, Nvidia ($NVDA), Tesla ($TSLA), Apple ($AAPL), and MSTR.

Don't miss this essential look at market movements and price actions after the closing bell on 12-11-2025. For more options data and insights, visit thehotoptionsreport.com.

The Option Block 1429: Mag 10, Oracle's Plunge Post-Fed and the Santa Rally Dec 11, 2025

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On this crucial post-Fed episode, hosts Mark Longo, Uncle Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) and Henry 'The Flowmaster' Schwartz (Cboe) deliver expert options trading analysis and strategy.

The team breaks down the dramatic Oracle (ORCL) plunge, the latest VIX and index (SPX, SPY, QQQ) volatility, and Henry Schwartz's insights into unusual options flow.

Plus, a deep dive into the newly launched Cboe MAG 10 index options and market predictions for the highly anticipated Santa Claus Rally.

The hosts also investigate unexpected options activity in names like Sentinel One (S), Rocket Labs (RKLB), and Honda Motor Corp (HMC).

Tune in for essential year-end market strategy!

Options Boot Camp 368: Butterfly Variants and Failed Call Spreads Dec 11, 2025

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In this vital Options Bootcamp episode, host Mark Longo from The Options Insider provides an in-depth tutorial on butterfly spread strategies alongside guest Brian Overby from OptionsPlaybook.com.

They explore both traditional and advanced butterfly strategies—including the Open Wing Butterfly (often known as a Broken Wing Butterfly) and the Intrinsic Value Butterfly—explaining their practical options trading applications and defined risk/reward benefits. This is essential options trading education for neutral, low-volatility markets.

Additionally, they address a listener's puzzling options scenario involving Marvell ($MRVL) stock and offer clear resolution strategies for similar trading challenges, emphasizing proper broker interaction and order management.

The European Market Brief 14: Data Mining the European Vol Market Dec 11, 2025

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In this episode of the European Market Brief, the discussion centers on navigating the European derivatives markets and managing market risk. Host Mark Longo is joined by experts Matt Koren (Eurex), Mark Wator (Barchart), and Russell Rhoads (Kelley School of Business at Indiana University) to provide in-depth volatility trading analysis.

Key topics include the nuances and trading opportunities within the V-STOXX index (Europe's leading volatility index), its direct comparison to the VIX, and the evolving analytic tools and derivatives market data provided by Barchart.

Other highlights cover insights into real-time trading activities, the influence of major European market events, and future plans for new financial products, particularly in options and volatility trading. The episode wraps up with answering listener queries about V-STOXX data sources and proven trading strategies.

The Hot Options Report: 12-10-2025 Dec 11, 2025

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Welcome to today's episode of The Hot Options Report—your essential guide to options trading and stock market analysis on Fed Day, December 10th, 2025.

Host Mark Longo breaks down the day's market volatility, concentrating on the top options trades and key stock movements driven by the day's events. This detailed market analysis highlights massive trading volumes across Microsoft (MSFT), Warner Brothers Discovery (WBD), Apple (AAPL), Amazon (AMZN), Oracle (ORCL), Palantir (PLTR), Taiwan Semi (TSM), Netflix (NFLX), Nvidia (NVDA), and Tesla (TSLA).

Tune in for detailed insights into each options trade, what precisely drove the stock market on this crucial Fed Day, and the vital implications for active traders. Don't miss out on the unique opportunities and expert market commentary provided in this episode!

For comprehensive options data, real-time reports, and exclusive analysis, visit TheHotOptionsReport.com. Don't miss out!

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