A few months ago, we explored trying to smooth out performance of consistently shorting straddles with a buying dated long straddle using NDX options. We found that a consistent strategy selling NDX 3 ...

Discover how the long straddle options strategy can profit from market volatility. Learn its mechanics, risk factors, and ...

Volatility has eased in recent days as the market digests the tech sector continues to lead the way. However, volatility could rear its ugly head again at any time. The VIX Index closed at 18.92 ...

Volatility is back towards the lowest levels we have seen in 2025 with the VIX Index closing at 17.38 on Tuesday. When volatility is low, options become cheaper, so today we’re looking for stocks with ...

We recently published a performance review of at-the-money (ATM) NDX straddles with between one and five days left to expiration. One finding was that consistent sellers of 3-Day, 4-Day, and 5-Day NDX ...

How to profit from a big move in either direction With earnings season right around the corner, options players might want to look into employing a long straddle strategy. A long straddle is typically ...

Volatility has tanked since the election, with the VIX Index closing at 14.02 yesterday. When volatility is low, options become cheaper, so today we’re taking a look at the Long Straddle Screener. A ...

How options traders can profit from a big stock move, regardless of direction With earnings season underway, we decided it would be beneficial to explore one way options traders can profit from a big ...