The Option Block 1500: We've Been Around the Block for 1500 Episodes
Summary
Mark Long hosts episode 1500 of The Option Block with Uncle Mike and Henry Schwartz, reflecting on the show's history while analyzing the market's relief rally following the Fed's expected 25-basis-point rate hike. The panel discusses the tech-driven surge in the Nasdaq, the decline in VIX, and the strategic implications of the bond market hitting yearly lows. They also break down unusual options activity in Ouster, 3D Systems, and Ginkgo Bioworks, highlighting specific blocks and short-term trades.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsors, and disclaimers
Celebrating Episode 1500 and host banter
Fed rate hike reaction and market recap
Tech sector rally and VIX analysis
SPX and small cap options volume
Hot single stock options: AMD, Apple, Intel
Odd Block: Ouster and Oster West unusual activity
VIX 50000 line trade and flash poll results
Odd Block: 3D Systems short-term call buying
Odd Block: Ginkgo Bioworks large call purchase
Mail Block: Listener stories and show history
Market outlook and macro factors
Promotions and upcoming show schedule
Sponsor read and closing disclaimers
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