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Host Mark Longo breaks down a wild, high-volume day across the options tape where tech took a beating, chip stocks went wild, and a massive names suffered jaw-dropping premium swings. First, we kick the tires on today's Lucky Seven Scan at TheHotOptionsReport.com , highlighting unusual volume spikes in Arcosa Inc. (ACA), Absci Corp (ABSI), and Acumen Pharmaceuticals (ABOS). Then, we dive into the...

On today's episode, host Mark Longo and the all-star panel break down a fascinating "ho-hum" macro day that is hiding massive, wild swings under the surface of individual single-name equities. First, the crew tests their wits with an official geography question from a 1980s Trivial Pursuit deck that leaves everyone questioning the data. Then, Mike Tosaw and Andrew Giovinazzi dive deep into the tra...

By the Power of Grayskull, we're finally doing it! In this special spoiler-filled episode, Mark Longo, Mark Sebastian, and Uncle Mike Tosaw journey back to Eternia to break down the new Masters of the Universe movie. From Skeletor, Trap Jaw, Battle Cat, and Man-At-Arms to Orko, She-Ra, and the future of the franchise, the gang dives deep into everything they loved, what surprised them, and where t...

This week on This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo welcomes first-time guest Jim Iurio, CEO of JI Financial Strategies, for a wide-ranging discussion covering the biggest movers and opportunities across the futures options landscape. Crude oil volatility has collapsed as geopolitical fears ease, gold traders are eyeing potential downside targets, the Nasdaq and Russell 2000 continue to show sur...

On this episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down another record-setting day in SpaceX (SPCX) options trading, with the newly listed name blasting past its already historic debut volume. Was the wild ride in SpaceX enough to dethrone NVIDIA from the top of the volume leaderboard? You'll also get the latest on: • NVIDIA once again claiming the top spot in options volume • Tesla and...

On this truncated holiday edition of The Option Block, host Mark Longo is joined by panelists Mike Tosaw of St. Charles Wealth Management and Henry Schwartz of Cboe to break down a wild, high-volume week in the options market. The crew dives deep into the absolute blockbuster debut of SpaceX options, putting up a staggering 1.8 million contracts on day one—roughly 5X the historic 2012 Meta IPO rec...

Is the 0DTE premium-selling boom finally running out of steam? Or are premium sellers still holding the winning hand? In this highly anticipated follow-up to one of our most popular episodes, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli revisit the question: Should you stop selling 0DTE options? This time, they're armed with something they didn't have before—real intraday backtesting data. Joining the program is...

The options market came roaring back on Wednesday as traders piled into short-dated contracts across many of the market's biggest names. On this episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo breaks down another active day on the options tape, highlighted by continued heavy trading in SpaceX, a surge in Robinhood activity, and profitable put buying in Tesla following a broad market selloff after th...

Welcome to another action-packed edition of The Futures Rundown! On this Fed week and shortened holiday session leading into Juneteenth, host Mark Longo breaks down a fascinating "bifurcated" tape. Is it finally time for the beaten-down assets to mount a comeback? We deep dive into a week dubbed the "Revenge of the Losers" as some of the year's biggest underperformers find their footing. Plus, we...

What happens when investors look beyond Germany's Bund market in search of higher yields? In this episode of The European Market Brief, host Mark Longo is joined by Dr. Russell Rhoads of Indiana University's Kelley School of Business and Jutta Frey-Hartenberger, Global Product Lead for Government Bond Derivatives at Eurex, for an in-depth exploration of Europe's vast fixed income landscape. The pa...

The long-awaited arrival of SpaceX options finally hit the market, and traders wasted no time diving in. On this episode of The Hot Options Report, we break down the first full day of trading in SpaceX options and analyze how the newly listed contracts stacked up against the usual heavyweights. While SpaceX generated massive interest and nearly 1.8 million contracts traded, it wasn't enough to det...

Kick-off another hot trading week with Mark Longo as he breaks down the wildest activity lighting up the options tape. On today's episode, Mark dives into a strong upside day in the markets that still managed to deliver massive volume across single-name options. We start with the daily scan from TheHotOptionsReport.com focusing on Notable Sweeps in ARKK, AMZN, and AAL, before counting down the top...

Bitcoin and the broader crypto markets are catching a strong bid this week! In this "Just the Facts, Ma'am" edition of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo breaks down the explosive trading activity, volume shifts, and options volatility shaking up the digital asset space. We skip the noise and dive straight into the derivative products you are actually trading in your accounts, tracking the major...

The market is throwing a massive party following a surprise Middle East deal and Elon Musk's highly anticipated SpaceX IPO. The major indices are ripping higher, and the VIX is crashing hard—briefly touching a 15 handle. But is this explosive rally a "done deal," or are the markets setting up for a sharp reversal? In this episode, Mark  Longo, "Uncle" Mike Tosaw, and Andrew "the Rock Lobster" Giov...

Recorded live at the 2026 Options Industry Conference in Palm Beach, Mark Longo sits down with Steve Quirk, Chief Brokerage Officer at Robinhood , for an in-depth conversation on the future of options trading, retail investing, and market innovation. Steve shares Robinhood's perspective on the rapid evolution of the options industry, including the push toward 24-hour trading, the continued rise of...

SpaceX IPO excitement dominated the headlines, but traders found plenty of action across the options market as another volatile week came to a close. On this episode, Mark Longo breaks down the names that lit up the tape, including Tesla riding the SpaceX buzz, Nvidia's relentless options activity, Apple's continued weakness, Intel's surprising surge, and another wild session in Micron. Plus, we d...

A truly wild week in the markets culminated in the historic SpaceX IPO, sending shockwaves through the trading landscape. In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by special guest Henry Schwartz (The Flow Master, Cboe) and Mark Sebastian (OptionPit) to break down a massive week of intraday swings and shifting volatility structures. The panel dives deep into the market mechanics behind the $75B S...

On this episode of This Week in Futures Options , host Mark Longo is joined by Catherine Yoshimoto (FTSE Russell) for an in-depth look at the latest Russell Reconstitution changes, the return to semi-annual rebalancing, surging small-cap performance, and the explosive market interest surrounding the upcoming SpaceX IPO. In this episode, you'll discover: The biggest movers and shakers across CME Gr...

Oracle's post-earnings reversal and Micron's incredible rally headline another wild day in the options market. On this episode of The Hot Options Report, Mark Longo dives into the biggest names lighting up the tape, including the dramatic shift from speculative Oracle calls to aggressive put activity and Micron's astonishing sprint back toward the 1000 strike. Along the way, we also break down the...

On this episode of The Option Block , Mark Longo is joined by "Uncle" Mike Tosaw (St. Charles Wealth Management) and Henry "The Flowmaster" Schwartz (Cboe) for a lively discussion covering the biggest stories driving the options world. This episode dives into: Why SPCX could rock the options market The enormous anticipation surrounding the SpaceX listing and its upcoming options launch Whether sel...

The prospect of 24/7 trading for U.S. listed options is no longer a thought experiment—it's an industry conversation already underway. But turning the lights on around the clock is not as simple as flipping a switch. It requires rethinking clearing, collateral, and risk management frameworks; redefining the trading day itself; and ensuring that liquidity, market depth, and investor protections hol...

Instead of siloed perspectives, this session pairs buyside and sellside leaders to tackle pressing industry questions collaboratively: •    Which trends will shape the next 12–24 months? •    How are vendors and exchanges prioritizing innovation? •    What role can buyside firms play in shaping product development and liquidity frameworks? Moderator: Ivan Brown, Head of Options, IEX Panelists: Joh...

The futures markets are reacting violently to changing geopolitical headlines, but are financial assets completely detached from physical reality? In this episode of The Futures Rundown , host Mark Longo welcomes back Brian Pieri, founder of Energy Rogue, to break down why the global commodity complex always finds its way back to energy. Mark and Brian take a deep dive into the massive physical vs...

The markets are getting spicy! In this listener-driven episode, Mark Longo and Dan Passarelli break down the sudden return of volatility, wild 245-point S&P 500 swings, and the VIX crossing back over 20. Topics covered include: Buying Straddles: Is a massive market swing the right time to load up on options premium, or are you buying at the absolute top? Is It Too Late for Puts?: How to hedge when...

A massive wave of market red triggered absolute 0DTE options carnage across the tape today, with same-day expiring contracts wiping out premium left and right. Host Mark Longo breaks down today's featured "1K Oddball Scan," highlighting unusual action in names like Moderna (MRNA), Amplify Junior Silver Miners (SILJ), and Nvidia.  Plus, we count down the top 10 most active equity options of the day...