How MWS Capital's Shapiro Is Taking Advantage of 'Meandering' Amazon Shares

How MWS Capital's Shapiro Is Taking Advantage of 'Meandering' Amazon Shares

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The video discusses the concept of a bond smile and its relation to risk aversion, analyzing the dip in the Treasury yield curve as a sign of high risk aversion rather than a recession. It also examines the VIX index, highlighting market volatility due to random events like political tweets. Finally, a trade strategy for Amazon is presented, focusing on taking advantage of its stock's range-bound nature.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 'bond smile' indicate in the context of the Treasury yield curve?

A sign of low inflation

A sign of increased stock market investment

A sign of high risk aversion

A sign of economic growth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the VIX reflect market conditions?

It indicates the level of market volatility

It measures the economic growth rate

It predicts future interest rates

It shows the average stock prices

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What can cause sudden changes in the VIX?

Random political events

Predictable market trends

Stable economic policies

Consistent corporate earnings

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the Amazon trading strategy discussed?

Buying Amazon stocks for long-term growth

Selling a strangle to capitalize on stock range

Investing in Amazon bonds

Short selling Amazon stocks

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential benefit of the Amazon trading strategy mentioned?

Guaranteed stock price increase

Protection against market downturns

A significant return with the stock range bound

Avoiding all political risks