Russell Update: Volatility Into Month-End Small caps could see increased volatility as the trading month wraps up. The Russell has outperformed broader markets so far this year, gaining roughly 5% in January compared with about 1% for the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Options activity ahead of February expiration shows positioning for both downside protection and capped upside, while straddle pricing suggests the potential for a meaningful move into month-end and next week. Watch as Angela Miles breaks down the latest Russell options activity and what it may signal for traders.
Russell Update: Volatility Into Month-End Small caps could see increased volatility as the trading month wraps up. The Russell has outperformed broader markets so far this year, gaining roughly 5% in January compared with about 1% for the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Options activity ahead of February expiration shows positioning for both downside protection and capped upside, while straddle pricing suggests the potential for a meaningful move into month-end and next week. Watch as Angela Miles breaks down the latest Russell options activity and what it may signal for traders.
Tail Risk Hedging, interview with David Dredge,CIO, Convex Strategies, City Financial Investment Company Pte at Cboe Risk Management Conference.