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The Holy Grail of the Options Market
It's time to get reacquainted with the collar You don't have to be a registered options advisor to love the Advisors Option, but it doesn't hurt. The Advisors Option was created to fill the knowledge gap that we observed in the financial services community. There are so many great ways that options can be used safely in a client's portfolio, but somehow they are often overlooked. The most recent episode, Advisors Option 47: Collars Revisited, looked at what has been called "the Holy Grail of the Options Market." Collars. Here's how it went down: Options 101: Collars Revisited. Inspired by a listener question, we review the collar strategy Question from Talos - I enjoyed your panel presentation on The Holy Grail of the financial markets with Randy Swan and Mike Cavanaugh. I realize this panel was from a few years ago. Have there been any updates with regards to data on collars? Are they still effective tools for advisors looking to mitigate portfolio risk? On a specific note are they applicable to concentrated equity positions? I would appreciate any information you could provide. If you want to hear the episode that inspired this question, you can find it at: The Holy Grail of the Options Market It's time for an update on collars! What are collars? What makes them so effective for financial advisors? Why are they the "Holy Grail"? Types include: Collars with a kicker Zero cost collars The Buzz: New Wilshire Analytics study finds options indexes offered noteworthy returns over 30 years. Office Hours: Listener questions and comments Question from Nick Tanner, CFA - The most recent Janus report on metals discusses their outlook for these "volatile products." What is your opinion of the recent volatility in these products? Does that make them less suitable for options-oriented clients or more suitable? Are there particular products you recommend for different clients? Read report here. Question from Javier Mendoza - We are in a relatively low volatility environment right now which is contrary to the seasonality of volatility which points to Sep and Oct as the most volatile months. Do you think we're headed for a return of volatility this month or next month? Is it worth adding a few VIX calls to my holdings? Question from LVX65 - Great breakdown of the problems with 60/40 this episode. I'm curious what part you feel options should play in a traditional portfolio. Should there be an options allocation? What about volatility. Do you agree that volatility is its own asset class and should have an allocation in every portfolio?
You can download the episode here.
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A Leg To Stand On's (ALTSO) Rocktoberfest unites over 400 leaders from the alternative investments and financial services industries for a night of rock & roll and acoustic music, featuring bands whose talented performers are industry members. The event originated in New York twelve years ago, and now celebrates its fifth anniversary in Chicago.
Rocktoberfest gathers colleagues, friends, current and prospective clients for what has been recognized as one of the most unique, highly anticipated and effective events in the charitable and finance sectors. This year's event will celebrate the continued mission of ALTSO and the 15,000 children treated to date.
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