The Two Sides of Volatility | Inside the January Options Expiration

Join Brent Kochuba and Jack Forehand as they analyze the current market landscape and what options flows tell us about potential volatility ahead. The duo dives deep into why the market may be underpricing volatility risk despite a recent 5% drawdown, significant upcoming events, and shifting rate dynamics.

Key topics covered:

Why the current options market positioning suggests heightened volatility risk

Analysis of January options expiration and its potential market impact

Deep dive into Tesla vs NVIDIA options positioning and what it means for both stocks

The evolution of zero DTE options trading and its real market impact

How dealer gamma positioning could amplify market moves

Breaking down the correlation between different asset classes in the current environment

Whether you're an options trader, long-term investor, or market enthusiast, this episode provides valuable insights into the mechanics driving today's markets and what might lie ahead. Don't miss this detailed discussion of market structure, options flows, and potential catalysts that could drive significant moves in early 2025.