Option Block 175: Groupon Volatility Bonanza
Option Block 175: Groupon Volatility Bonanza\n
Trading Block: Groupon rallies into earnings, an absolute roller coaster today. No weekend back for VIX cash, toying with the 14 level.\n
Odd Block: General Electric (GE) sees massive call activity. From black to red: Traders buy puts on The Blackstone Group (BX). The winners and losers in Focus Media's (FMCN) buyout offer.\n
Xpress Block: John Grigus takes today's OX hot seat and discusses corn crops and the USDA report, as well as the website, idea hub and new products. \n
Around the Block: Cisco earnings on 8/15 and retail sales tomorrow.