Options Insight: How to Trade the Powershares ETF

The video discusses the recent rise in the VIX over eight consecutive sessions, highlighting the impact of election outcomes on market volatility and selling trends. It explores potential market scenarios post-election, particularly a Hillary Clinton victory and its implications for stocks. The discussion includes trading strategies, focusing on selling out-of-the-money call spreads on QQQ, and the potential for value stocks to outperform growth stocks. The video also examines the biotech sector's potential performance if Hillary Clinton wins, with a focus on companies like Amgen.

What has been the trend of the VIX over the past eight sessions?

• It has fluctuated without a clear trend.

• It has increased for eight consecutive sessions.

• It has remained stable.

• It has decreased steadily.

What is the best-case scenario for the markets according to the transcript?

• An independent candidate winning the election.

• A complete Democratic control of Congress.

• A Hillary Clinton victory with Republicans holding Congress.

• A Republican victory in the election.

Which major tech companies are mentioned as having bearish price actions?

• Google, Microsoft, and IBM

• Amazon, Apple, and Facebook

• Tesla, Netflix, and Twitter

• Intel, AMD, and Nvidia

What trading strategy is discussed for the QQQs?

• Buying put options

• Short selling the QQQs

• Selling out-of-the-money call spreads

• Buying in-the-money call options

Which sector is expected to perform well if Hillary Clinton wins the election?

• Technology

• Biotech

• Energy

• Financials