How Headwaters Volatility's CIO Is Trading the QQQ

How Headwaters Volatility's CIO Is Trading the QQQ

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The video discusses the NASDAQ's significant downturn, marking its worst day since 2008. It explores the intersection of aggressive volatility selling post-election and opportunities in the tech sector, particularly through QQQ. A trade strategy is highlighted, focusing on being long volatility without directional exposure, benefiting from cheaper volatility and call structures. The strategy involves using 105% moneyness calls three months forward, offering a low-cost way to capitalize on market conditions.

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What are the benefits of being long upside 100 and 5% moneyness calls in QQQ?

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What factors contribute to a relatively low-cost way of being long volatility?

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