Opposites Attract: the Inverse Relationship Between Implied Volatility and Gamma
Mat Cashman, Principal of Investor Education at the Options Clearing House, joins IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to discuss the often-misunderstood inverse relationship Gamma and Implied Volatility have.
View ArticleUS Oil Mergers Hit Six-Quarter Low With $12 Billion In Deals
US oil mergers fell to $12 billion in Q3 2024, marking the lowest level in six quarters, as the industry grapples with exhausted resources and dwindling targets after last year's $192 billion surge.
View ArticleGuidance, Not Current EPS, Is the Key This Season
In an environment where 75-80% of major companies routinely beat their consensus EPS estimates, that metric loses its importance. It is clear that an EPS beat is a necessary condition for a...
View ArticleIntro to Business Models
A business model is one of the most important aspects to understand when creating or researching a company. However, one may ask what type of business models exist and is one better than the others?...
View ArticleAutomated Trading Systems: Architecture, Protocols, Types of Latency – Part II
With the building blocks of an automated trading system in place, the strategies now have the ability to process huge amounts of data in real-time and make quick trading decisions.
View ArticleInvestors Scoop Up Trump Trades As 45’s Odds Climb: Oct. 16, 2024
As former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris duke it out in the tight White House race, investors have illustrated how they believe each candidate’s policies may impact various...
View ArticleChart Advisor: Election Season Seasonality
By Ryan Redfern, CMT, ChFC 1/ Election Season Seasonality 2/ Improving Sector Strength 3/ Healthcare Drama Investopedia is partnering with CMT Association on this newsletter. The contents of this...
View Article1,000 Puts Trade in WK Kellog Co (Symbol: KLG)
This morning 1,000 WK Kellog Co (Symbol: KLG) March 21 ’25 15 puts traded for $0.75. From
View ArticleOrbisa on US 20-Year Bond
In recent weeks, Orbisa has observed significant securities lending activity for the August 15th 2024 issuance of the United States 20-Year bond (4.125% US912810UD80).
View ArticleStockTok: Judge rules Meta must face attorneys general lawsuit
Trump media launches Truth+ TV streaming on web and app, study shows teen social media use causes anxiety and depression, and other notable stories from this week.
View ArticleEarly earnings calls indicate a resilient US economy
Key takeaways Earnings season begins As of Oct. 11, 30 companies in the S&P 500 Index reported third-quarter earnings, showing some positive trends in the making. Consumer strength Company comments...
View ArticleSeptember Retail Sales Exceed Estimates, Jobless Claims Fall More Than Expected
September retail sales beat expectations, rising 0.4% month-over-month, surpassing the 0.3% forecast and August's 0.1% growth.
View ArticleAs Go the Semis, So Go the Markets
The key stock story this morning is Taiwan Semiconductor’s (TSM) raised guidance. Sure, the stock beat its EPS estimate, but as we outlined yesterday, the important part was that it raised guidance.
View ArticleAutomate Trading Strategies with the Powerful IB API
Automate trading strategies with the powerful IB API.
View ArticleWall Street Gears Up for Trump 2.0: Oct. 17, 2024
Yields are jumping today following a series of hotter-than-projected economic data as well as another interest rate reduction from the ECB.
View ArticleChart Advisor: The Brain Game
By Ryan Redfern, CMT, ChFC 1/ The Brain Game 2/ Sector Count 3/ Final Thoughts on “Ducks” 4/ McClellan Oscillator Turns Positive 5/ NAAIM Exposure Index Update Investopedia is partnering with CMT...
View Article2 Nuclear Power Stocks To Watch In October 2024
The nuclear power sector encompasses companies involved in the production of nuclear energy and related technologies. Nuclear power stocks to watch in the stock market today.
View ArticleNetflix Shares Gain After Strong Q3 Performance and Ad Tier Growth
Netflix's Q3 earnings report surpassed expectations, showcasing strong growth in revenue and ad-supported memberships.
View ArticleUS elections: How the presidential candidates stand on taxes
Taxes are top of mind for many. See what the US presidential candidates stand on tax policy as we enter the final weeks before the election. Our Bill Cass compares their plans. As we enter the weeks...
View ArticleGold Medal
The price of a bar of gold hit a new all-time high on Friday as investors sought shelter from macroeconomic and geopolitical storms.
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