Buy Calls on Natural Gas, Mark Newton Says

Buy Calls on Natural Gas, Mark Newton Says

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The video discusses the current state of commodities, highlighting the Bloomberg Commodity Index's rise due to a weaker dollar and Libyan tensions. Mark Newton from Newton Advisors provides insights into the divergence between stocks and commodities, suggesting a potential dollar downtrend. He outlines a trading strategy for natural gas futures, emphasizing the use of call options due to low implied volatility. The video concludes with a detailed options strategy for natural gas futures, focusing on buying June 270 calls.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor is contributing to the rise in the Bloomberg Commodity Index?

Stable stock market

Stronger dollar

Libyan tensions

Decreasing oil prices

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Mark Newton, what is necessary for commodities to outperform?

A rise in the stock market

Stable geopolitical conditions

A significant drop in the dollar

Increased oil production

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technical sign indicates a potential recovery in natural gas prices?

Decrease in stock market volatility

Cooler weather forecasts

Stable commodity index

Increase in oil prices

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Mark Newton suggest using call options for natural gas?

High natural gas prices

Stable natural gas prices

Low implied volatility

High implied volatility

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main mistake traders make when buying call options, according to Mark Newton?

Buying too far out of the money

Buying too close to expiration

Ignoring geopolitical factors

Not considering market trends