More than three quarters of surveyed prop trading firms confirmed said volatility trading strategies had out-performed other markets last year, according to a new report from Acuiti. Of the ...

A recent Acuiti report found that 75% of prop trading firms surveyed saw volatility trading strategies out-perform other markets in 2022. Following a recent period of high volatility, strategies have ...

Volatility is a statistical measure of the degree of variation in the price of a financial instrument over time. While volatility of a financial instrument is often seen as a risk, it can also present ...

A comprehensive guide for trading options on the VIX, a key metric reflecting market volatility expectations for the S&P 500 over the next 30 days. It covers the unique aspects of VIX options, ...

Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced financial consultant. She has a demonstrated history of working in both institutional and retail environments, from broker-dealers to ...

Central bank announcements are among the most significant market-moving events in forex trading. Interest rate decisions, policy statements, and press conferences from institutions such as the Federal ...

Stock market volatility may be elevated as we enter the first year after an election. Ivan Scherman, a hedge fund manager, uses mechanical trading to leverage market volatility. One recommended ...