http://www.theoptionsinsiders.com Industry Articles en-us Copyright 2010 The Options Insider Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:26:00 GMT 20 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:50:00 GMT Reporting from the CBOE Risk Management Conference http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4054 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4054 Tue, 9 Mar 2010 07:47:00 GMT Third installment of a series addressing looking at 2009 options industry growth. Although the U.S. equity options industry reported 3% growth in 2009, what many industry participants and observers do not realize is that this growth is solely attributable to an objectionable trading strategy called a "dividend trade." http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4055 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4055 Tue, 9 Mar 2010 07:36:00 GMT The second installment of a question and answer session looking at 2009 options industry growth. Although the U.S. equity options industry reported 3% growth in 2009, what many industry participants and observers do not realize is that this growth is solely attributable to an objectionable trading strategy called a "dividend trade." http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4045 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4045 Thu, 4 Mar 2010 07:35:00 GMT Although the U.S. equity options industry reported 3% growth in 2009, what many industry participants and observers do not realize is that this growth is solely attributable to an objectionable trading strategy called a "dividend trade." http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4014 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=4014 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:18:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Gary Katz, CEO of the International Securities Exchange. Mark and Gary dive into the debate over flash trading and short selling restrictions in the options market. They also discuss a controversial ISE rule filing that allows large option orders to be crossed away from the exchange. Finally, Gary explains why Options Insider Radio listeners should attend the 2010 Options Industry Conference in Phoenix. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3970 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3970 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:51:00 GMT Explaining the hows and whys of the symbology changeover http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3924 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3924 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 08:39:00 GMT Volume totals for the options exchanges in January 2010 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3869 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3869 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:16:00 GMT The final installment of the STAC Meeting roundup. This panel looks at the evolution of trading, the impact of technology, and the importance of communication. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3797 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3797 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:39:00 GMT Coverage continues with The Options Insider and s perspective on the STAC 84th Annual Mid-Winter Meeting. This round, we review the "Converging Institutional vs. Retail Needs: Multi Product Derivative Platforms" panel. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3785 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3785 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:19:00 GMT Conclusion of the Best Execution panel summary, including data discussion and symbology changeover http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3788 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3788 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:30:00 GMT A review of the Exchange Leaders panel, with discussions of the proposed short sale ban and flash orders. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3772 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3772 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:40:00 GMT Second installment of Exchange Leaders and panel, with a look at high frequency trading and projections for 2010. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3778 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3778 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:00:00 GMT Conclusion of the Exchange Leaders panel, including 2010 innovations and HFT data http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3779 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3779 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 23:46:00 GMT First in a series summarizing topics discussed at the STAC 84th Annual Mid-Winter Meeting. In part one, we sit in on a panel discussion entitled "Derivatives Best Execution: Evolving Tools and Practices." http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3765 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3765 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:19:00 GMT Flash orders. Step-up orders. Whatever you call them, there is no shortage of opinions on them. With the SEC considering a complete ban on flash orders, one has to wonder if they need to consider looking at stocks and options separately. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3741 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3741 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:16:00 GMT The Options Insider Weekly Newsletter is now available. All subscribers should check their email inboxes. If you and re not a subscriber, then find out what you are missing today... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3733 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3733 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 22:58:00 GMT CBOE Vice Chairman Edward Tilly explains how flash trading differs in the equity and option markets. He also explains how flash orders are handled at the CBOE. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3707 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3707 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:27:00 GMT CBOE Chairman and CEO William Brodsky discusses the state of financial regulatory reform. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3625 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3625 Fri, 4 Dec 2009 00:48:00 GMT Mark is joined by Tony McCormick, the new CEO of the Boston Options Exchange. Mark and Tony discuss the revamped game plan for BOX. How can BOX survive with so many competitors targeting the options space? Will the exchange eventually become a dark pool? Can BOX even afford to compete in the institutional space? Tony answers these questions and many more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3545 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3545 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:36:00 GMT One average of the volume of contracts traded in VIX futures recently exceeded the level observed during the financial crisis of 2008, indicating that sophisticated traders and investors may be preparing for an end to the recent run-up in equity prices. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3454 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3454 Mon, 5 Oct 2009 23:00:00 GMT Gold option traders rejoice! CME Group finally adjusted the strike price increments in its gold option products to $5. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3195 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=3195 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:34:00 GMT Catch Mark Longo and s recent appearance on ONN TV from the floor of the Forex and Options Expo in Las Vegas... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2934 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2934 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 22:47:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2888 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2888 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:11:00 GMT Our monthly Options Insider Super-T Giveaway is very popular with our users. However, we and ve decided to up the ante for our next monthly giveaway. Beginning today (July 20th) and continuing through August 14th, all registered users of www.TheOptionsInsider.com will have a chance to win the most popular gadget on the planet... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2712 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2712 Thu, 9 Jul 2009 14:55:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Tom Whitman, the President of NASDAQ OMX/PHLX. Mark and Tom discuss the recent leadership changes at the exchange. Tom also responds to charges that NASDAQ is pursuing a predatory pricing model in the options market. In addition, Mark and Tom explore the new complex order system offered by NASDAQ OMX/PHLX. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2672 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2672 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 01:06:00 GMT As option traders and market participants stare down the possibility of rule changes for short sales, there has been some debate on the effectiveness and the eventual impact this will have on market volatility. Market pundits on CNBC had some commentary recently regarding the effect short sale rules would have on the price action of the VIX and implied volatility levels in the option marketplace... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2584 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2584 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:48:00 GMT With the summer Doldrums in full effect, we take a look at moving averages, Iron Condors and the outlook for the market going forward... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2573 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2573 Mon, 8 Jun 2009 01:30:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: Where Do We Go From Here? Panelists for this session include: Jeff Macke, Macke Asset Management; Jon Najarian, optionMONSTER; Pete Najarian, optionMONSTER http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2465 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2465 Thu, 4 Jun 2009 00:25:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: International Linkages and Multi-Product Clearing. Panelists: Michael E. Cahill, Options Clearing Corporation; Pete Axilrod, Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation; Marc Huglin, LCH.Clearnet Limited; Dale Michaels, CME Group http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2446 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2446 Wed, 3 Jun 2009 11:28:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: Hot Issues In Clearing. Panelists: Michael McClain, Options Clearing Corporation (moderator); Herbert C. Kurlan, VTrader Group; Samuel F. Lek, Lek Securities; William C. McGowan, Interactive Brokers; John M. Ruth, Goldman Sachs http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2437 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2437 Tue, 2 Jun 2009 01:20:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Adam Nunes, Head of U.S. Options, NASDAQ. Mark and Adam dive straight into the raging debate over maker-taker pricing. Adam responds to claims that NASDAQ is giving away volume at a loss and cherry-picking options order flow. Mark and Adam also discuss the difficulties associated with launching a new options exchange during the height of the financial meltdown. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2432 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2432 Fri, 29 May 2009 00:19:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Will Easley, Vice Chairman of the Boston Options Exchange. Mark and Will discuss the growing controversy over maker-taker pricing. Will addresses the charge that BOX is giving away volume at a loss solely to gain market share. Mark and Will also discuss NASDAQ and s "irrational"pricing structure and Will and s belief that only one pricing model can survive in the options market. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2414 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2414 Thu, 28 May 2009 00:42:00 GMT OIC 2009 International Perspectives Panel. Panelists include: Tom Stern, optionsXpress International (moderator); Jorge Alegria, Mexican Derivatives Exchange; Luc Bertrand, Montreal Exchange; William Brodsky, Chicago Board Options Exchange and World Federation of Exchanges; Romain Delacretaz, Institut de la Bourse; Heike Eckert, Eurex; Jonathan Seymour, NYSE Liffe http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2404 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2404 Wed, 27 May 2009 00:15:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Gary Katz, President and CEO of the International Securities Exchange. Mark and Gary discuss the ISE and s recent decision to slash fees on premium option products. They also discuss the impact of pennies on the options market, the battle over maker-taker pricing and the outlook for options volume in 2009. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2393 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2393 Tue, 26 May 2009 00:42:00 GMT Exclusive OIC 2009 Panel Audio: Origins Of The Financial Crisis: How Did We Get Here. Speaker: David Marshall, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2382 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2382 Tue, 26 May 2009 23:31:00 GMT Revised OIC 2009 Audio Release Schedule Now Available http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2383 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2383 Wed, 20 May 2009 09:10:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with David Harris, CEO of the CBOE Stock Exchange. Mark and David discuss the two pressing questions on the minds of Options Insider Radio listeners: What the heck is the CBOE Stock Exchange and why did the CBOE get involved in the ultra-competitive stock space? http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2358 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2358 Mon, 18 May 2009 22:34:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Ed Boyle, Director of U.S. Options, NYSE Euronext. Mark and Ed discuss the growing controversy over maker taker pricing in the options market. They also discuss the future of AMEX and the death of fixed-return options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2338 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2338 Fri, 15 May 2009 17:48:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2337 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2337 Thu, 14 May 2009 00:18:00 GMT In this episode, Mark sits down with Phil Gocke, Managing Director - Institutions, OIC and Eric Cott, Director, OIC. They discuss the impact of the recent financial storm on hedge funds, pensions funds and other institutional options customers. They also discuss the OIC and s new web portal and its efforts to target financial advisors. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2319 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2319 Wed, 13 May 2009 23:43:00 GMT OIC 2009 Exclusive Audio: Keynote Address - Elizabeth King, SEC http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2308 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2308 Mon, 11 May 2009 23:53:00 GMT We kick off our exclusive OIC 2009 audio coverage with the Industry Update session... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2287 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2287 Mon, 11 May 2009 15:23:00 GMT Click here for our full schedule of exclusive content from OIC 2009... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2288 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2288 Mon, 4 May 2009 14:26:00 GMT Looking For the 2009 Options Industry Conference Audio? Read this article for an ETA on the audio from the 2009 Options Industry Conference... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2246 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=2246 Tue, 3 Feb 2009 01:44:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Will Easley, Vice Chairman of the Boston Options Exchange (BOX). Mark and Will discuss the challenges that lie ahead for BOX and other options exchanges in 2009. Will the collapse of the hedge fund industry devastate the options market? Can BOX outmaneuver its rivals and carve out niches in the block crossing and OTC markets? Tune in to find out... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1796 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1796 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:02:00 GMT Ponzi and usury could be the names for twin poster boys of this era of Wall Street expansion and collapse.... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1731 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1731 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 02:27:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1724 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1724 Tue, 16 Dec 2008 02:56:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1615 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1615 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:28:00 GMT The Options Insider wants to take a moment to welcome the newest member of our team...Alexander Longo! http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1598 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1598 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:19:00 GMT Traders Talk Live Radio (which airs on AM 560 WIND in Chicago) recently featured www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark S. Longo as a special guest. Mark discussed options strategies for a variety of market conditions. He also provided a historical perspective on the rampaging VIX and explained why it and s dangerous to own options premium today. Options Insider Radio listeners can find the complete broadcast here. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1548 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1548 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:31:00 GMT 2008 has certainly been an eventful year for the options market. There have been explosions in the VIX and implosions in many of the major indices and commodity products. With so much turmoil in the marketplace, 2008 is shaping up to be a record year for for the options market. The Options Clearing Corporation announced this morning that year-to-date options volume has finally surpassed the three billion contract mark. This is the first time that overall options volume has reached that milestone in a single trading year. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1386 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1386 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:11:00 GMT It and s time to update our scoreboard for the options market... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1371 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1371 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:20:00 GMT A brief rundown of the latest headlines from the options market. Topics covered include: the impact of the short selling ban, derivatives risk management crisis, VIX roller coaster ride, CME vs. OCC, OTC credit derivatives battle and more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1367 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1367 Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:12:00 GMT The Options News Network and s Options Cocktail program recently featured Options Insider founder Mark Longo as a special guest... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1364 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1364 Thu, 9 Oct 2008 00:31:00 GMT Newsletter subscribers should check their email in-boxes. The latest issue of the Options Insider newsletter ("Credit Derivatives Strike Back") is now available. If you and re not a subscriber, sign up today using the registration field on the homepage. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1334 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1334 Wed, 8 Oct 2008 00:44:00 GMT Options Cocktail w/Special Guest Mark Longo - Episode One http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1330 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1330 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:12:00 GMT One of the worst days in market history sparked a historic rally in the VIX. However, the recent ban on short selling prevented a corresponding surge in options volume... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1291 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1291 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:16:00 GMT A look back at the first attempts to break the OTC stranglehold on the credit derivatives market... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1269 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1269 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 01:12:00 GMT So far it and s been quite a week to say the least. And there and s still 1 more day to go! Implied volatility is through the roof and quadruple witching hour is upon us. At the same time, the SEC is making drastic changes to the short selling rules while the options market is setting new trading records. Hold on to your hats! It and s going to be a bumpy ride... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1250 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1250 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 23:44:00 GMT Overall options volume may have been down last month when compared to the same period last year. However, the battle for options dominance continued unabated in August. It and s time to break down the winners and losers... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1237 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1237 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:04:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1233 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1233 Fri, 5 Sep 2008 14:43:00 GMT www.TheOptionsInsider.com Founder Mark Longo will be the featured guest on the next episode of Traders Talk Live Radio (WIND AM 560). The episode will air on Saturday 9/6 at 9am Central. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1182 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1182 Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Apple Selects Options Insider Mobile, a new application from www.TheOptionsInsider.com, as a Featured Application for the Iphone... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1135 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1135 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:48:00 GMT The episode you have been waiting for is finally here. In Episode 24, we dive into the controversial world of options dark pools with the CEO of Ballista... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1117 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1117 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 23:22:00 GMT The battle for options dominance continued unabated in July. It and s time to break down the winners and losers... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1064 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1064 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 14:38:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by David Fisher, CEO of optionsXpress. Mark and David discuss the brutal competitive battlefield known as the retail options market. Can optionsXpress emerge victorious in the arms race for lower commissions, better executions and superior technology? Tune in to find out... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1013 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=1013 Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:40:00 GMT Fears over the potential collapse of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae...The surging VIX...Rising oil prices and concerns of a broader conflict in the Middle East...Soaring inflation...A run on banks that is reminiscent of the Great Depression...What do all of these factors have in common? They have combined to create the perfect options storm... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=952 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=952 Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:21:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Al Brinkman, Director of Derivatives Marketing at the Philadelphia Stock Exchange (PHLX). Mark and Al discuss the rapidly growing market for currency options. They also discuss the NASDAQ/PHLX merger and the battle between maker-taker and traditional options models. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=938 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=938 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:02:00 GMT ONN.tv and s "Street Smarts" program recently profiled www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark Longo http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=931 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=931 Tue, 8 Jul 2008 00:14:00 GMT Visitors to www.TheOptionsInsider.com can now review the latest forum posts from any page on the site... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=918 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=918 Thu, 3 Jul 2008 23:44:00 GMT This episode of Traders Talk Live Radio (AM 560 WIND Chicago) features special guest Mark Longo and is devoted to options basics for retail stock investors. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=911 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=911 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:43:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Bill Brodsky, President and CEO of the Chicago Board Options Exchange. Mark and Bill discuss the explosion of interest in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX). They also discuss penny pricing, the rise of dark pools and the options industry and s growing dissatisfaction with the SEC. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=901 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=901 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:20:00 GMT A look back at the winners and losers from the past week... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=899 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=899 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:59:00 GMT After a long expiration week, there and s nothing more refreshing than an "Options Cocktail." Topics on tap include: Financial Select SPDR (XLF) / Russel 2000 (IWM) Put Spread, Regional Bank Holders Index (RKH), SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), the Fed and s Catch-22 with interest rates and more... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=890 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=890 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:36:00 GMT Topics on tap for this week and s program include: unusual options activity in the regional banking sector (Fifth-third Bancorp (FITB), Suntrust Banks (STI), Washington Mutual (WM), etc), CBOE and CME bury the hatchet and FCC gives the nod to the Sirius/XM satellite radio merger... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=884 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=884 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:28:00 GMT There seems to be a newfound rancor towards "speculation" in the marketplace. This appears to be another case of misguided perception. By confusing "speculation" with "manipulation", the public is being led in the wrong direction. Those of us who earn our living in the markets know that speculators play a vital role in their proper function... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=879 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=879 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:24:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Alex Jacobson, Education Officer of the International Securities Exchange. Mark and Alex discuss the fascination with "premium harvesting" in the retail options market. They also discuss the growing interest in forex options and the explosion of demand for options education around the world... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=864 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=864 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:05:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=867 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=867 Mon, 9 Jun 2008 00:29:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Adam Nunes, Head of the NASDAQ Options Market. Mark and Adam discuss the growing rivalry between the NASDAQ Options Market and BOX. They also discuss options dark pools and what it takes to compete in the cutthroat world of options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=847 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=847 Fri, 30 May 2008 09:24:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Scott Morris, CEO of the Boston Options Exchange. Mark and Scott discuss the growing rivalry between BOX and the NASDAQ Options Market. They also discuss options dark pools and how BOX plans to compete in the increasingly crowded options business. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=827 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=827 Wed, 21 May 2008 09:57:00 GMT Traders Talk Live Radio (which airs on AM 560 WIND in Chicago) recently profiled www.TheOptionsInsider.com founder Mark S. Longo. Options Insider Radio listeners can find the broadcast here. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=808 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=808 Fri, 16 May 2008 10:47:00 GMT In this episode, Mark is joined by Phil Gocke, Managing Director of the Options Industry Council. Mark and Phil discuss the benefits of trading collars on the QQQQ. They also discuss the institutional options market and why so many hedge fund managers and financial planners are afraid of options. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=796 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=796 Fri, 16 May 2008 01:25:00 GMT www.TheOptionsInsider.com Founder Mark Longo will be the featured guest on the next episode of Traders Talk Live Radio (WIND AM 560). http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=800 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=800 Thu, 15 May 2008 10:48:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=795 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=795 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:52:00 GMT The Options Insider Email Newsletter Is Now Available. Join the rest of your fellow users and sign up for The Options Insider newsletter today! http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=759 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=759 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 10:53:00 GMT And the winner is... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=750 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=750 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 01:30:00 GMT www.TheOptionsInsider.com and its founder Mark Longo are profiled on the front page of the Chicago Sun-Times Business Section. The full article, including photos, is available right now... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=735 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=735 Wed, 2 Apr 2008 10:58:00 GMT Are we doomed to suffer under dual regulation forever? http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=694 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=694 Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:01:00 GMT Exploring the roots of the conflict between the SEC and the CFTC... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=690 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=690 Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:06:00 GMT The final winners are announced....and the contest is extended due to popular demand!!! http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=684 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=684 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:08:00 GMT The Options Insider Email Newsletter Is Now Available. 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While many of these analysts are relative newcomers to this marketplace, they offer a refreshing, amusing and sometimes bizarre perspective on the world of options... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=436 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=436 Wed, 24 Oct 2007 12:06:00 GMT It wasn and t long ago that most Wall Street analysts considered the derivatives markets to be dangerous and arcane financial backwaters. Derivatives might be useful tools for executive compensation or for sophisticated hedge funds, but the real action was in the equity and fixed income markets. These days, with several options exchanges operating as public companies and the remainder considering IPOs, Wall Street analysts/researchers have become regular fixtures in the options industry. While many of these analysts are relative newcomers to this marketplace, they offer a refreshing, amusing and sometimes bizarre perspective on the world of options... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=434 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=434 Tue, 23 Oct 2007 12:07:00 GMT It wasn and t long ago that most Wall Street analysts considered the derivatives markets to be dangerous and arcane financial backwaters. Derivatives might be useful tools for executive compensation or for sophisticated hedge funds, but the real action was in the equity and fixed income markets. These days, with several options exchanges operating as public companies and the remainder considering IPOs, Wall Street analysts/researchers have become regular fixtures in the options industry. While many of these analysts are relative newcomers to this marketplace, they offer a refreshing, amusing and sometimes bizarre perspective on the world of options... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=431 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=431 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:13:00 GMT The growth of the retail options business has long been subsidized by taxes on liquidity providers. The revenues from these taxes are then passed onto the order flow providers in the form of payment for order flow. While this practice is highly controversial, it has also contributed to the massive reduction in retail options commissions over the past decade. However, the onset of the maker-taker pricing structure is beginning to threaten that tenuous arrangement. Can the retail brokers survive the squeeze...? http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=420 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=420 Tue, 16 Oct 2007 12:14:00 GMT Rising transaction costs have opened up a dramatic new front in the growing war over penny pricing... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=418 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=418 Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:21:00 GMT The 2nd annual Chicago Trading Forum was an interesting event that brought together a wide variety of options, futures and securities representatives. The forum touched on a host of issues including alternative trading systems, regulatory gridlock, portfolio margining and, of course, penny pricing. 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Until now... http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=210 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=210 Fri, 20 Apr 2007 13:47:00 GMT The Age Old Battle Between Man and Machine Spills Over Into the Derivatives World http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=107 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=107 Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:49:00 GMT The Age Old Battle Between Man and Machine Spills Over Into the Derivatives World http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=106 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=106 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 13:50:00 GMT The Age Old Battle Between Man and Machine Spills Over Into the Derivatives World http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=105 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=105 Thu, 15 Mar 2007 13:33:00 GMT With the VIX rapidly approaching celebrity status and a new index on the horizon, the CBOE is cashing in on volatility. http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=145 http://www.theoptionsinsider.com/Industry/?id=145 Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:35:00 GMT Conference season is upon us! 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