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Why The VIX Skew Is Quietly Trapping Day Traders
Lucas and Luna dissect the hidden mechanics of the VIX term structure, explaining how backwardation in options pricing creates a silent wealth transfer from retail day traders to institutional arbitrageurs. Anchored in October 2026 market data where the VIX sits near fifteen point four while the VVIX spikes to eighty-seven point six, they reveal why buying cheap out-of-the-money puts during calm periods is structurally doomed. This episode provides a concrete framework for reading the skew curve, identifying when implied volatility risk premiums are overstated, and adjusting position sizing…
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