Options Update: How to Play Akamai

The video discusses the seasonality of the VIX, highlighting its historical peaks in October and its role as a fear index. It then analyzes eBay's stock performance, noting a decline after Apple Pay's debut and the implications for options trading. Finally, it presents an investment strategy for Akamai, emphasizing the use of call spreads to gain exposure while managing risk.

What is the significance of the VIX peaking around the third week of October?

How does the VIX relate to market psychology and sentiment?

What factors contributed to eBay's stock performance mentioned in the text?

What does the term 'skewen' refer to in the context of eBay options?

What strategy is suggested for investing in Akamai based on the analysis?