Trading Block: Apple plummets to 4th place among hedge holdings, from No. 1. Square surges after raising less than sought in IPO. BATS reports successful launch of EDGX Options - The new market launched on November 2nd and implemented a phased rollout of symbols, which was completed November 17th.

Odd Block: Calls trade in The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), calls trade in CurrencyShares Euro Trust (FXE), and calls trade in Mosaic Inc. (MOS).

Listener Mail: Listener questions and comments

• Question from McDuff - What is a naked options position?
• Question from Kimble - Could a naked call pose huge risks - perhaps unlimited?
• Question from Fayecuzername - I expected more "Rocktobers" out of shear umbrage. As to my question regarding hedging with ratio spreads, on Friday I put on a SPY 11/20/2015 195-190 put 1x2 for a $.02 credit. Discuss and deride. Thanks.

Around the Block: Earnings on Friday - Abercrombie & Fitch, Foot Locker. Nov 19: Jobless Claims Report