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It was a high-volume "May Day" on the options tape as massive action flooded the market to wrap up a blockbuster earnings week. Mark Longo breaks down why fading the initial move in $AAPL was the trade of the day and how $INTC finally cleared a historic milestone. On Today's Report: The $AAPL Rebound: Apple shakes off a shaky after-hours start to surge back past the strike zone. $INTC Makes History: Breaking the century mark with massive volume as Intel hits new all-time highs. $TSLA Steals the Crown: Moving millions of contracts to edge out $NVDA for the top spot. The One-Year Low Scan: A look at the names hitting the floor, including $FUJHY and $GGLS. Rapid Fire: Volume alerts for $MSTR, $MU, $NOK, $AMD, $MSFT, and $AMZN. Visit TheHotOptionsReport.com to run your own scans!

The bulls are charging, and volatility is getting "taken to the woodshed." Join Mark Longo, Russell Rhoads (the "Volatility Closet" resident), and Mark Sebastian (the "Greasy Meatball") as they break down a massive week in the markets. From the "mother of all tech earnings weeks" to the generational spending on AI, the crew explores why the VIX remains under pressure despite global geopolitical turmoil and a hawkish-leaning Fed. In this episode, the team dives into: The Volatility Review: A post-mortem of the April markets, the impact of the FOMC meeting, and how mega-cap tech earnings are reshaping the volatility landscape. VIX vs. VVIX: Russell analyzes the relationship between the VIX and the "Vol of Vol," and whether the current divergence is the ultimate fade signal. Russell's Weekly Rundown: A look at the weird and wild trades hitting the tape, including a "penny" VIX binary and a 21-19-17 put fly. The Crystal Ball: The guys place their bets on where the VIX cash will settle next week. Pro Tra

Is soybean oil the new crude? As energy markets continue to dominate the headlines, Carley Garner (DeCarley Trading) joins Mark Longo to break down a wild week in the futures and options pits. From WTI crude skyrocketing toward $110 to the S&P 500 hitting "obscene" new intraday highs on the back of AI spending, the markets are anything but quiet. In this episode, Mark and Carley discuss: Energy Overdrive: Why WTI crude is seeing massive volume in the June $120 calls and July $70 puts. The "Secret" Substitute: Why traders looking for lower risk and high correlation are moving from WTI to Soybean Oil. Equities on Fumes: A look at the "insane" S&P 500 rally—is it fueled by AI infrastructure or just "fake money" in the system? Natural Gas Strategy: Why the $3.00 level is the focal point and how to scale into long positions with minis. Ag & Livestock: A "toppy" look at Live Cattle and why the seasonal trend favors the bears.

The options market is firing on all cylinders this Thursday as we digest a massive slate of mega-cap earnings and red-hot GDP data. From the AI-driven infrastructure plays to the latest 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) trends, Mark Longo breaks down the heavy hitters dominating the tape. On Today's Show: 0DTE Spread Scan: Analyzing a massive $5-wide Iron Condor and high-volume call spreads on a day where the market closed up over 1%. The Top 10 Countdown: We cross the 1-million contract threshold by the time we hit #9! Single Name Spotlights: Nvidia ($NVDA): A rare divergence as the market rallies but the AI king slips below the $200 level. Intel ($INTC): Chasing the $100 mark—can it keep the momentum? The "Fruit Company" ($AAPL): Pre-earnings nibbling and the immediate after-hours reaction. Alphabet ($GOOGL) & Meta ($META): A tale of two earnings—one bounces off the $600 psychological floor while the other rides the AI cloud wave. MARA: The transition from Bitcoin miner to AI infrastructure

AI spending is moving the needle on the US GDP, and the Option Block panel is here to break down the massive capital allocation driving the markets. In this episode, Mark Longo is joined by Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz from Cboe and Mike Tosaw from St. Charles Wealth Management to discuss whether the market is "cutting a fat hog in the butt" with these record AI expenditures or if we're witnessing a historic capital misallocation. In this episode: The Trading Block: A deep dive into the mega-cap earnings sweep. From Meta's spending spook to Alphabet's cloud success and Microsoft's mixed bag, the team analyzes how AI CapEx is now a primary driver of market sentiment. The "Fat Hog" Trade: Mike Tosaw explains his covered call strategy in Qualcomm (QCOM) and why sometimes making a 6% premium in a month still feels like leaving meat on the bone. The Odd Block: Unusual activity in Blue Owl Capital (OWL), Imperial Petroleum (IMPP), and a "palette cleanser" trade in Levi Strauss (LEVI). Around the Block: P

Is the "Strait of Hormuz" the only phrase you're hearing lately? You aren't alone. In this episode of The Futures Rundown, Mark Longo and Jermal Chandler, Head of Options Strategy at tastytrade, dive deep into a market where geopolitics is keeping Crude Oil firmly on the throne. The duo breaks down a wild week in the pits, where energy is lighting up the tape while precious metals like Silver and Platinum lose their luster. They also tackle the "AI trumps all" sentiment in equities and what the recent Fed decision means for your portfolio. Inside this episode: The Trading Pit: A "Top 6" countdown of the biggest movers, featuring the massive rallies in WTI, Brent, and RBOB Gasoline. Ag Watch: Why wheat is catching a bid and the strange correlation between fertilizer routes and your bread prices. The "Shiny Stuff" Slump: Why traders are abandoning Gold and Silver to chase the oil trade. Most Active Contracts: Breaking down the heavy volume in the 10-Year Note and the Micro NASDAQ on Fed Day. The Year

The rise of Zero Day to Expiration (0DTE) options has completely transformed the retail trading landscape, but has the market finally "squeezed the juice" out of premium harvesting? On this episode of Options Boot Camp, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli dive deep into a "back-of-the-napkin" analysis of 0DTE SPX straddles. They explore whether the massive influx of sellers has pushed premiums so low that it actually makes more sense to be a buyer. Plus, Dan discusses his latest book reaching the Amazon bestseller lists and tackles listener questions on tracking covered call rolls and the future of 0DTE equity options. On this episode, we break down: The 0DTE Shift: Are we giving away the "weekend decay" for free? Statistical Deep Dive: A look at SPX straddle performance over the last 45 and 80 days. Intraday vs. Close-to-Close: Why path dependency is the secret to 0DTE profitability. The Complexity of Backtesting: Why traditional backtesting models fail in the current 0DTE environment. The "Wheel Death M

It is the "mother of all earnings days" and the tape is absolutely on fire. On this episode of The Hot Options Report, we break down a high-velocity session where cracking the Top 10 required a massive 575,000 contracts. We dive deep into the "1K Oddball Scan" to reveal unusual institutional activity in $IWM, $MSFT, and $SILJ. From the parabolic surge in $INTC and $AMD to the post-earnings fallout in $HOOD and $SOFI, we analyze where the "paper" is leaning. We also look at the massive volume dominating $NVDA and $TSLA as they navigate new highs and Fed Day volatility. Want to track these scans yourself? Visit TheHotOptionsReport.com to get more options data, kick the tires, and light the fires on the latest market-moving trades.

Is it time to look past the U.S. tech concentration? For many traders, "the market" has become synonymous with a handful of domestic tech names. But with 40% of the world's investable equity sitting outside the U.S., ignoring the international tape means missing out on massive shifts in financials, defense, and emerging tech hubs. In this episode, Mark Longo sits down with a panel of experts to discuss how to navigate the global landscape using the MSCI ecosystem. We explore why the "only free lunch in finance" is back in style and how the pros are using listed derivatives to manage risk across different time zones and regimes. On the Hot Seat: Ratchna Mathur, Executive Director, Eurex Anshul Kamra, Head of Index Derivatives and Systematic Strategies Research, MSCI Inc. Vas Koutsoulis, Index Derivatives Product (EMEA), MSCI Inc. Discussion Highlights: The Concentration Crisis: Why the U.S. market's top-heavy nature is driving a hunt for global alternatives. The Global Semi Play: Accessing the AI i

On a surprisingly light trading day following Nvidia's recent all-time high, the 5K Club scan takes center stage, revealing heavy institutional flow in fixed-income ETFs. Join Mark Longo as he breaks down the top trades of the day, from the surge in bond market activity to high-stakes earnings plays. In this episode, we explore: The 5K Club Scan: Why LQD, RIG, and HYG are lighting up the tape with institutional-sized premiums. Earnings Watch: Is paper betting big on SOFI ahead of their bell-ringing results? Tech Tumble & Recovery: Analyzing the flow in NVDA, MU, AMD, and MSFT as the semi-conductor rally takes a breather. Retail Favorites: A deep dive into the massive volume hitting TSLA and AAPL strikes. Whether you're looking to "roll the bones" on short-term calls or seeking the safety of covered calls, we provide the analytics you need to navigate the current tape. Check out more options analytics at: TheHotOptionsReport.com

Institutional adoption of crypto is here, but the "nightmare" of counterparty risk still keeps many major players on the sidelines. In this episode, Mark Longo sits down with Gideon Hyams, co-founder and chairman of STS Digital, to discuss how they are bridging the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and the wild world of crypto derivatives. Gideon shares his journey from the legendary O'Connor market-making desks to the crypto "dark side," explaining why STS Digital is now making markets in over 400 different tokens. We dive deep into: The Evolution of Skew: How the "Ibit" effect has fundamentally changed Bitcoin volatility and why Ethereum might be the better play for tail-risk protection. Solving Counterparty Risk: The importance of regulated jurisdictions like Bermuda and institutional-grade custody integration with BitGo and Fireblocks. Exotic Options & Structured Products: Moving beyond simple covered calls to risk reversals, reverse knock-outs, and yield-enhanced notes. The Altcoin Uni

Is the market pricing in a "Peace Dividend" before the peace actually arrives? Host Mark Longo is joined by "Uncle" Mike Tosaw of St. Charles Wealth Management and Andrew "The Rock Lobster" Giovinazzi of Option Pit to break down a market that refuses to quit. Despite geopolitical tensions, the S&P 500 is flirting with all-time highs—is this a "Peace Dividend" or just aggressive momentum? In this episode, the panel dives into: The Trading Block: A look at the "drifting" market, VIX cash levels, and the massive rally in tech. Why are algos and retail traders buying the dip with both hands? Earnings Palooza: Preparing for the "mother of all earnings weeks" with Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Intel on deck. Plus, a look at the wild volatility haircut in Amazon's straddle. The Odd Block: Unusual activity in Vila Silver Corp (VZLA), a massive pre-earnings play in NOV Inc (NOV), and the explosion (and subsequent implosion) of Poet Technologies (POET). Strategy Block: Uncle Mike shares a "low-risk

Welcome to the Monday, April 27, 2026, edition of The Hot Options Report with your host, Mark Longo. It was a historic day in the options market as Nvidia (NVDA) defied gravity, blowing past previous records to set a brand new all-time high of $216.82. While the bulls celebrated in NVDA, it was a "black eye" day for Poet Technologies (POET), which saw its stock price annihilated—dropping nearly 47% following a wild week of volatility. In this episode, we break down the top 10 most active names on the tape, including: The Silver Sweeps: We dive into $1M premium sweeps in Apple (AAPL), AMD, and massive March 2027 leaps in Silver (SLV). The High-Fliers: Intel (INTC) continues its parabolic run, nearly doubling in a month to hit the $85 handle. The Big Dogs: Massive volume in Tesla (TSLA) with over 4 million contracts and a deep dive into the winning NVDA $212.50 calls. Tech Round-up: Actionable insights into Micron (MU), Meta, Alphabet (GOOGL), Amazon (AMZN), and Microsoft (MSFT). Whether you're lookin

Is the traditional volatility conference a dying breed? This week on Volatility Views, host Mark Longo and the "Once, Future, and Present Dr. VIX," Russell Rhoads, dive into the shifting landscape of institutional trading events—from the legendary "swag mazes" of the CBOE Risk Management Conference (RMC) to the distinct lack of retail-friendly education in the space. The duo breaks down a week of head-scratching market action where the S&P 500 hits new all-time highs while the VIX remains surprisingly "spicy" due to geopolitical uncertainty and ceasefire extensions. Highlights include: The RMC Swag Report: Russell reviews the high-end gear at this year's conference and the curious absence of electronic swag. The VVIX/VIX Ratio: A deep dive into using this relationship as a hard trading indicator. VIX Options Flow: Analysis of massive prints in the May and June cycles, including a rare 15,000-lot weekly trade that caught Russell's eye. The "Hair Dryer" Hedge: A wild look at betting markets and a Po

Welcome to The Hot Options Report, your premier source for insight into the fast-moving options market. On today's episode, host Mark Longo breaks down a high-volume Friday session where the "A-Tech" names and semiconductors completely lit up the tape. From Intel's stunning 24% rally to Nvidia knocking on the door of new all-time highs, we analyze the order flow that defined the day. In this episode, we explore: The Quick Bull Scan: Today's featured technical signal featuring FRHLF, AXS, and ASOMY. The Top 10 Order Flow: Deep dives into NVDA, TSLA, INTC, AMD, AMZN, AAPL, MU, MSFT, MNST, and META. Sector Highlights: Why the street is cheering for more layoffs at Meta and how Micron continues its wild rollercoaster ride. Market Sentiment: A look at the aggressive 0DTE (Zero Days to Expiration) action in the big-cap tech names. Check out more options data at: HotOptionsReport.com.

In this "Just the Facts, Ma'am" edition of This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo breaks down a bifurcated week at the CME Group. With volatility creeping back into the equities and geopolitical tensions lighting a fire under energy, we examine the massive shifts in skew and volume across the complex. On the Docket for Episode 494: Movers & Shakers: Why silver and soybeans are heading to the "Dark Side" while RBOB and KC Wheat lead the "Light Side." Equities: High-volume 0DTE action in the S&P 500 and a rotation check in the Russell 2000 (IWM). Agricultural Spotlight: A deep dive into the massive vol explosion in KC Wheat and the unusual wing-buying in Soybean Oil. Energy: WTI Crude vol is threatening triple digits. We analyze the 110/120 call spreads and the crumbling put skew as traders brace for more upside.

The options tape was on fire today as the market digested a major reversal in Tesla (TSLA) and braced for Intel (INTC) earnings. Host Mark Longo breaks down the massive volume shifts across the top 10 most active names, including nearly 3.6 million contracts in TSLA alone. We also dive into the "Death Cross" scan from HotOptionsReport.com, identifying bearish technical signals in names like A.O. Smith (AOS) and Adamas (ADAMI). Plus, we analyze the heavy flow in Nvidia (NVDA), Microsoft (MSFT), and the "Monster" strategy that dominated the tape. On Today's Menu: The Death Cross Scan: Tracking the top bearish signals in the current market. Tesla's Turn to the Dark Side: Why the post-earnings rally faded and what the 370 puts are signaling. Intel's Massive Beat: Analyzing the 19% after-hours surge and the "kiss of death" for put buyers. Big Tech Breakdown: Unusual activity and price action in NVDA, AAPL, AMZN, and AMD. Get more options data at TheHotOptionsReport.com.

If you think the market makes sense right now, you haven't been paying attention. This week on the Option Block, host Mark Longo is joined by Dan Passarelli (MarketTaker Mentoring), Brian Overby (The Options Playbook), and Kevin Carter (Cboe Global Markets) to navigate a market that is equal parts predictable and head-scratching. On the Docket: Trading Block: A look at the surging price of crude and why semiconductors are carrying a "tired" market. The Odd Block: We investigate massive call buying in FIGS (Medical Scrubs) ahead of earnings. Is it a retail frenzy or institutional positioning? Plus, unusual flows in Hasbro (HAS) and Comcast (CMCSA). Strategy Session: Brian Overby breaks down his recent trade in Netflix and explains the mechanics of a back ratio spread to repair a stock position (The "Covered Call on Steroids"). Volatility Watch: Discussing why the VIX remains largely "hunched" despite a sea of red on the screens and geopolitical bullets flying. Mail Block: Listeners ask about the update

Join Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network for a deep dive into an explosive day in the options market. While the total volume required to crack the Top 10 remained under the half-million mark, the individual price action was anything but quiet. In this episode, we break down: The Big Tech Surge: Massive rallies in AMD (+$19), Micron (+$38), and MicroStrategy (+$15) as semiconductor and AI demand continues to defy gravity. Tesla Earnings Watch: A surprisingly quiet session for $TSLA ahead of its Q1 2026 earnings release, but the after-hours action is already telling a different story. Apple's CEO Transition: How the market reacted to the news of Tim Cook stepping down as CEO and the appointment of John Ternus. Nvidia's Pinning Action: $NVDA closes right on the $202.50 strike, creating a headache for both long and short option holders. Scanning the Alpha: We look at the "MA 200 Plus" scan, featuring massive triple-digit moves in $BEEM, $AGPU, and $GNLN. Whether you're tracking the "pars

The energy complex is on fire, and Mark Longo is back in the "Trading Pit" to break down a week of explosive moves and head-scratching correlations. While geopolitical tensions in the Middle East keep oil bulls on their toes, an unlikely rally in equities is defying traditional logic. From "triple-digit" volatility in crude to the surprisingly cheap breakfast table, we're dissecting the biggest movers in the futures world. In this episode, we cover: The Energy Surge: Why WTI, Brent, RBOB, and Heating Oil are dominating the leaderboard with gains up to 7.5% this week. The "Breakfast Table" Trade: A deep dive into the downside, featuring the massive sell-offs in Orange Juice, Butter, Cocoa, and Oats. Active Contract Breakdown: Why the Nasdaq Micro and 10-Year Notes are still the kings of volume, and why we're seeing a resurgence in the Ag complex (Corn and Soybeans). Year-to-Date Movers: An analysis of the 2026 leaders, including the 71% surge in Non-fat Dry Milk and the ongoing "bloodletting" in the Co