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The Option Block


The Option Block All-Star Panel breaks down the latest developments in the options market, analyzes unusual options activity, explains cutting-edge options strategies, answers listener questions and much more. Whether you're an active options trader or just getting started in the options market, The Option Block will keep you informed and entertained.

Dec 31, 2018

Originally published January 30, 2018

Trading Block: VIX is back into the 13 handle.

Earnings this week:

  • Wednesday - FB, Microsoft
  • Thursday - Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Alibaba
  • The ORATS earnings report for 1/29/2018

Odd Block: More Jan 2019 50 "Catastrophe" puts in Tesla Motors (TSLA). Size call diagonal in Anheuser Busch Inbev NV (BUD). Near-term call paper in Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL).

Mail Block: Options question of the week

Earnings Season is upon us once again! It's time for #Tech to put its best foot forward. Which big #tech names are you looking to sling some #options on this week?

  • Amazon ($AMZN)
  • Microsoft ($MSFT)
  • Alphabet ($GOOGL)
  • Facebook ($FB)

Listener questions and comments:

  • Question from Michael Smith - Any recommendations on where I can find help on calculating implied move into earnings?

Around the Block/Economic Reports this Week:

  • Jan 30: Consumer Confidence
  • Jan 31: Chicago PMI, FOMC Meeting
  • Feb 1: Jobless Claims
  • Feb 2: Unemployment, Consumer Sentiment, Factory Orders