Volatility Views 110: Is Volatility Dying?

Published: May 5, 2014, 7:38 p.m.

Volatility Views 110: Is Volatility Dying?

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Volatility Review: April volume numbers are in. Is volatility dying? A new volatility index fund will launch soon in Australia. Demand for VIX future remains low in India despite high volatility. Volatility review in other asset classes including: ags, metals and fixed income.

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Volatility Voicemail: So many questions!

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  • Question from Allan S - I hear a lot about gamma scalping on the network. \xa0But what about volatility scalping. Isn't that really what you're doing? \xa0Aren't most options traders really volatility traders? Thank you for clarifying.\xa0
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  • Question from Jim Thompson, New Mexico - What does the volatility panel think of flash boys - particularly as it pertains to Volatility. \xa0Are these same players active in derivatives and, if so,\xa0are they causing our exacerbating volatility? \xa0Great show Mark. \xa0Jared has been an excellent addition to the team.\xa0
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