VIX

Respect Last Friday’s Selloff in the S&P 500. Don’t Fear It.

Last Friday's selloff in the S&P 500 and other global risk assets shouldn't be ignored, as many chunks of the market sliced through important support levels.

Buy VIX Calls for Cheap Protection

The combination of a depressed VIX and steady stock market gains means that volatility is cheap. Now's the time to buy VIX calls to protect yourself.

HLF Stock – ‘Buy the Dip’ With Options

Exploit both high implied volatility and a high likelihood that HLF stock won’t completely crater in the coming month with this options trade.

Complacency in the Face of Uncertainty Is Bullish

The current low VIX numbers are a positive sign indicating that there is no rush to sell.

Trade SPX Options Amid an Overblown VIX

VIX jumps re-inflate depressed option premiums, increasing the potential profits for all sorts of option-selling strategies. Consider these SPX options.

Don’t Sell Stocks Just to Sell

Some analysts are anticipating a round of deep profit-taking, but I say we ride the current run as far as it takes us.

VXX – Profit on Puts as Volatility Heads Lower

A deluge of holidays during the next six-week stretch is why forward-looking volatility measures like the VIX have succumbed to gravity. Consider this VXX trade.

Refrain From Major Commitments in the Absence of Bullish Signals

Lethargy is dominating and the market needs a compelling reason to move ahead.

Be Prepared for a Panic-Driven Correction

Traders should avoid becoming overextended in high-P/E stocks or margin debts.

10 Ways to Avoid Market Volatility

While there's no way to tell if market volatility will result in a big move to the upside or downside, these suggestions will help stabilize your portfolio.

Rare Bullish Indicator Should Give Investors Confidence

A powerful bullish indicator that occurred for the first time this year has been followed by new buy signals.

Fade the Fear With VXX Puts

The case for capitulation in the current selloff is starting to be made. Months-ahead puts on the VXX are one way to take advantage of an eventual ease in fear.

S&P 500’s Dreaded Breakdown Finally Occurs

The index closed below the tenacious support line at 1,676, and traders should expect a full correction.

Unusual Market Conditions Present a Buying Opportunity

Buyers on the prowl for investment-grade stocks might be rewarded for their patience.

Trade of the Day: S&P 500 Short-Term VIX Futures Index ETN (VXX)

As the government shutdown drags on, you can profit from volatility with VXX options.

Dow Could Fall to 14,000 if This Happens

The index's 200-day moving average is under attack.

Trade of the Day: VIX Options

The "fear index" is showing investors are letting down their guard. But one set of bad headlines from Syria or the Fed could bring a spike in volatility.

Market Looks Headed to New Highs Despite Uncertainty

Investors are flush with cash and looking for an excuse to buy.

Naysayers Will Only Miss Out on More Gains

Stocks are breaking to new high ground despite those who criticize the market's volume and breadth.