Option Block 618: Time for VIX Limbo

The Option Block · May 9, 2017 · 1h

Trading Block: VIX near the single digits at the 10 handle. Is the VIX too low? Earnings: Tesla, Facebook, Disney and EA.

Odd Block: Puts trade in iShares MSCI Germany Index (EWI), call buying in JD.com Inc (JD) and calls trade in iShares MSCI South Korean Index (EWG)

Mail Block/Weekend Flash Poll:

These are crazy times for all markets from commodities to equities and volatility. Which crazy level will we hit first?

VIX Below 9

SPX Above 2500

WTI Below 40

AAPL Above $160

Listener Question:

Question from Paul - Mark, What is your take on the timing of an investment in silver right now? I just…