TWIFO 468: A Gold and Gas Explosion

In this episode, host Mark Longo dives deep into the latest trading developments within the futures options market, covering hot topics such as nat gas, crude oil, and gold. The episode discusses record volumes in nat gas and its recent price movements, analyzes crude oil's downturn, and delves into gold’s new all-time highs. The show also integrates listener inquiries and voting results, comparing current market sentiment indicators like VIX and gold. 00:00 Introduction & Welcome 03:29 Movers and Shakers Report 11:32 Exploring Energy Markets 21:40 WTI Futures and Options Analysis 22:27 Shifts in WTI Skew and Trading Activity 26:54 Gold's Record-Breaking Performance 28:33 Gold Options and Market Sentiment 37:03 Comparing Gold and VIX as Market Indicators 39:48 Conclusion