How to Play Apple Ahead of Earnings

The video discusses the current market volatility, focusing on the tech sector and the VIX VXN spread. It highlights the orderly behavior of volatility markets and the absence of a fear trade despite market sell-offs. The discussion shifts to Apple's market position, its upcoming product rollout, and a call tree strategy to manage risk and profit from Apple's stock movements.

What is the main reason for the tech sector's increased volatility compared to the broader market?

• Higher interest rates

• Government regulations

• VIX and VXN spread widening

• Increased consumer spending

How has the volatility market behaved despite the recent sell-off?

• It has been fairly orderly

• It has shown extreme outlier moves

• It has been completely stable

• It has been unpredictable

What is the purpose of using a call tree strategy in trading?

• To avoid any market exposure

• To limit downside risk and manage potential profit

• To increase the break-even point

• To maximize losses

What is the expected move for Apple based on the options pricing?

• 3%

• 10%

• 6.5%

• 1.5%

Why is there a big premium in Apple's options going into the earnings announcement?

• Due to a stable market environment

• Because of a decrease in demand

• Because of the dynamics in the marketplace

• Due to low market volatility