State Street Journal
Boston Financial Journal
Markets · Derivatives

Options

Equity and index options, volatility surfaces, and the VIX.

The 0DTE Revolution: How Daily Options Broke the Fear Gauge

0DTE options now account for half of daily S&P 500 volume, suppressing the VIX through market maker hedging mechanics that mask intraday volatility. This guide explains gamma exposure, pinning effects, and tail risk.

James Aldrich · BOSTON