I’m a devout risk-manager. When I trade, I am far more concerned with not losing a lot than I am making maximum profit. And I see the pros and cons of that posture, over and over again. That’s why, ...

The Cboe Volatility Index ($VIX) is Wall Street's fear gauge, and when it spikes, traders take notice. With uncertainty surging, options-based strategies become ...

The recent surge in stocks on the heels of the U.S. election has so far coincided with a drop in Wall Street’s fear gauge, as investors watch market volatility for clues as to whether the rally will ...

Volatility often discourages traders from entering new positions, but even in a downturn, tradeable rallies can offer profitable opportunities. A key strategy in these conditions is to identify ...

The VIX spikes when traders face uncertainty, which causes the market liquidity to dry out and pushes the option prices ...

Watch three key indicators for early warning signs: 0DTE’s share of total volume, sudden spikes in overall options activity, ...