100 Days & Still Bullish
From Macro-To-Micro Options Power Hour recorded on Jul 16, 2025
In this short clip from Macro-To-Micro Options Power Hour, recorded on Jul 16, 2025, Samantha LaDuc and Hans Albrecht discuss the sudden market reaction to a false rumor that Trump would fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
The rumor briefly spiked volatility, caused a dollar dump, and sent gold soaring, but markets quickly recovered after Trump denied the headline.
They warn that in today's low-volatility environment, even minor headlines can trigger outsized moves, especially for short-term option traders exposed to gamma risk.
Despite the scare, the market remains in a melt-up phase with a strong underlying bid, but traders should stay cautious as volatility compresses and risks quietly build beneath the surface.
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