Option Block 465: The Feckless Fed

Trading Block

Auto-parts suppliers option implied volatility increases on Volkswagen probe.

U.S. stocks decline as investors crave more guidance from the Fed.

Odd Block

Calls and puts trade in DISH network Corp. (DISH)

Calls trade in Horizon Pharma PLC (HZNP)

Puts trade in Merck & Co. (MRK)

Strategy Block

Uncle Mike Tosaw discusses rolling options on vertical and single-leg puts

Listener Mail

Question from Fred - Being a market maker on the floor was a good way to learn options trading. Can you explain how MM worked and why it was the best way to learn options trading?

Around the Block

Nike and BlackBerry highlight another quiet earnings week.