<description>&lt;p data-path-to-node="7"&gt;In this episode of &lt;em data-path-to-node= "7" data-index-in-node="19"&gt;This Week in Futures Options&lt;/em&gt;, Mark Longo dives into a wild week of trading dominated by headlines surrounding the Iran conflict. From massive moves in WTI Crude to a fascinating rotation in the Russell 2000, we break down the movers and shakers lighting up the tape at CME Group.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-path-to-node="8"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;In this episode, we cover:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul data-path-to-node="9"&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p data-path-to-node="9,0,0"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="9,0,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;The Movers &amp; Shakers:&lt;/strong&gt; Why WTI Crude Oil topped the list with an 18% move while Natural Gas continued its slide to the "dark side."&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p data-path-to-node="9,1,0"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="9,1,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;Safe Havens vs. Risk Assets:&lt;/strong&gt; A look at Gold, Silver, and Platinum's performance during geopolitical uncertainty.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p data-path-to-node="9,2,0"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="9,2,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;Equities &amp; Small Caps:&lt;/strong&gt; A deep dive into the Russell 2000 (RTY), exploring the 2300 put spreads and why puts dominated the tape despite a late-week rally.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt; &lt;p data-path-to-node="9,3,0"&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node="9,3,0" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;Volatility &amp; Skew:&lt;/strong&gt; Analyzing the 7-point drop in small-cap volatility and how skew is shifting in the April contracts.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p data-path-to-node="10"&gt;Whether you're a veteran trader or a newcomer, tune in for the data-driven insights you need to navigate today's volatile futures options marketplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p data-path-to-node="11"&gt;&lt;em data-path-to-node="11" data-index-in-node="0"&gt;This episode is brought to you by CME Group.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

This Week in Futures Options

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TWIFO 491: Crude Oil Surges & Small Cap Volatility Amid Iran Conflict

APR 3, 202613 MIN
This Week in Futures Options

TWIFO 491: Crude Oil Surges & Small Cap Volatility Amid Iran Conflict

APR 3, 202613 MIN

Description

In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, Mark Longo dives into a wild week of trading dominated by headlines surrounding the Iran conflict. From massive moves in WTI Crude to a fascinating rotation in the Russell 2000, we break down the movers and shakers lighting up the tape at CME Group. In this episode, we cover: The Movers & Shakers: Why WTI Crude Oil topped the list with an 18% move while Natural Gas continued its slide to the "dark side." Safe Havens vs. Risk Assets: A look at Gold, Silver, and Platinum's performance during geopolitical uncertainty. Equities & Small Caps: A deep dive into the Russell 2000 (RTY), exploring the 2300 put spreads and why puts dominated the tape despite a late-week rally. Volatility & Skew: Analyzing the 7-point drop in small-cap volatility and how skew is shifting in the April contracts. Whether you're a veteran trader or a newcomer, tune in for the data-driven insights you need to navigate today's volatile futures options marketplace. This episode is brought to you by CME Group.