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This episode of the Hot Options Report delivers an expert options market analysis of high-volume contracts across Amazon (AMZN), AMD, Netflix (NFLX), Alphabet (GOOGL), Oracle (ORCL), Palantir (PLTR), Broadcom (AVGO), Nvidia (NVDA), and Tesla (TSLA). As part of the Options Insider Radio Network's "Quintuple Mania" series, we provide insider insights into unusual options activity, specifically breaking down Amazon's 220 strikes, Oracle's deep in-the-money puts, and the heavy flow surrounding Tesla's 500 calls. Our traders analyze significant trade values and the broader market implications of December volatility, offering a detailed review of institutional sentiment and derivative strategies for retail traders. Join us for this special edition of back-to-back market coverage, focusing on the high-conviction trades and implied volatility shifts currently driving the tech and AI sectors as we head into year-end. For traders looking to dive deeper into the numbers behind these moves, you can access more comprehensive options data at TheHotOptionsReport.com.

What defined European markets in 2025, and what trading trends will dominate 2026? In this year-end episode of the European Market Brief, host Mark Longo joins industry experts from Eurex, Advantage Futures, and Indiana University for a deep dive into market performance and future outlooks. The panel moves beyond a simple review to analyze surprising shifts in market structure, from the explosion of prediction markets to the demand for 24-hour trading access. Tune in to hear the panel discuss: 2026 Market Predictions: Where the experts see European opportunities next year. Volatility Strategies: Why interest in trading volatility remained high in 2025. Futures Debates: The evolving roles of cash vs. physically settled futures. New Frontiers: Opportunities in credit indices and round-the-clock trading. Featured Guests: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University Kelley School of Business Mike O'Malley, Advantage Futures Lee Bartholomew, Eurex

Join Mark Longo from The Options Insider for the essential breakdown of options volume and market momentum. The Top Options Volume Action (Single Name Equities) Tesla (TSLA) Dominates: Tesla recaptures the #1 spot with nearly 3 million contracts traded (2.89M), rallying over 3%. The hottest trade? A huge volume spike in the expiring $500 Calls, signaling major bullish bets on further upside this week. Nvidia (NVDA) Volume Cools: The typical options volume king falls to #2 with 1.43 million contracts traded—less than half its recent average. The focus remains on the near-term $180 Calls. Contrarian Flow in Palantir (PLTR): Despite rallying 2.5%, Palantir saw significant defensive action with nearly 37,000 contracts traded in the near-term $180 Puts. High-Interest Stock & Options Breakdown Pfizer (PFE) Sells Off: PFE drops 3.4%, landing on the most active list with notable volume in the February $23 Puts, suggesting a line in the sand may have been drawn by put sellers. Tech Sector Rally: Both Oracle (ORCL) and Netflix (NFLX) showed small rallies, accompanied by high volume in short-dated calls, including Oracle's expiring $190 Calls and Netflix's out-of-the-money $100 Calls. MicroStrategy (MSTR) Upside Bets: The monster stock sees a pop and a focus on next week's $175 Calls, signaling traders are looking for continued momentum into the end of the year. Amazon (AMZN) & Apple (AAPL) Volume: Both tech stalwarts remained highly active with large call volume trades, including Amazon's $225 Calls and Apple's $275 Calls. Resources & Next Steps Options Data Source: Today's data is powered by QuikOptions. Go to TheHotOptionsReport.com for more options data. Join The PRO Network: Don't miss out on Pro Q&As, giveaways, live streams, and the upcoming Vol Death Match 2.0! Learn more and subscribe: TheOptionsInsider.com/PRO

Mark Longo welcomes Greg Magadini of Amberdata for The Crypto Rundown to dissect the crypto market's weakness following the latest Fed meeting. As Bitcoin (BTC) drops back below the $90,000 level and altcoins like Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) pull back, the hosts analyze critical volatility indicators and options flow to determine if a full "crypto winter" is approaching, or if it's time to buy the dip. Key Discussion Points & Trading Insights Is Winter Coming? Bitcoin has pulled back $4,000 post-FOMC, leading to a highly divided audience poll on whether to buy the dip or prepare for more downside. Vol Skew Analysis: The volatility surface has fundamentally reshaped since the summer, with long-dated Put Skew (puts more expensive than calls) priced in all the way out to 180 days. Greg explains how this positioning suggests IBIT holders are well-hedged. Critical Inflection Point: Analysis of Gamma Exposure profiles pinpoints the $85,000 strike as the key downside level for dealers, separating consolidation from a major crash risk. Understanding Shadow Term Structure: Greg explains this cool Amberdata tool, which acts as a time-lapse for volatility, allowing traders to compare current term structure to historical trends. Hottest Crypto Options: Dissection of trades in IBIT (Bitcoin ETF) and the highly speculative MSTU (leveraged MicroStrategy). Learn why the MSTU upside is a favorite sell for premium collectors. Altcoin Universe: Analysis of Ethereum (ETH) falling below $3,000, Solana (SOL) (SOL) at $125, and their relative volatility against each other. Trading Strategy: Greg explains why he prefers to sell long-term puts on assets like Circle (C) to finance long-term call spreads, capturing high Vega exposure before expected volatility repricing. Volatility Data Covered: BTC, ETH Volatility (7-Day, 30-Day, 180-Day) BTC, ETH Vol Skew & Risk Reversal IBIT Options Flow (Dec 52/54 Vertical)

Join Mark Longo for the Hot Options Report as he breaks down the final full trading week of the year. This episode tracks the flow in the single-name equity options market, dominated by a massive Tesla rally and surprising downside action in several key tech stocks. Learn which strikes were hottest and what the implied sentiment suggests for year-end trading. Today's Top Options Trading Stories Tesla (TSLA) Roars Back: A huge rally on Monday drives Tesla to the number one spot in volume, fueled by a massive amount of activity in the TSLA 500 Calls expiring this week. The question remains: can the stock hit that key par strike by Friday? The Tech Titan Tumble: Major names like Apple (AAPL), Broadcom (AVGO), Oracle (ORCL), and the "Widowmaker" Netflix (NFLX) all finished the day in the red, seeing significant volume as they slipped from recent highs. Nvidia (NVDA) Bucks the Trend: Despite overall market weakness in large-cap tech, Nvidia managed a gain, placing second in volume with heavy interest in the NVDA 180 Calls. Hot Trade Insights SoFi (SOFI): Continued weakness drives interest in the 28 Calls, possibly indicating traders using an attractive one-week Covered Call strategy. MicroStrategy (MSTR): The massive sell-off led to heavy trading in the 165 Puts for over $5.00, suggesting traders are either buying protection or betting on continued downside. Covered Calls: A significant theme emerges with high volume in out-of-the-money calls for weekly expiration across multiple names (AAPL, NFLX, AMZN, etc.), suggesting traders are willing to sell premium or expect a limited rally this week. For more options data, go to TheHotOptionsReport.com

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.

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 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.

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.

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.