Option Research & Technology Services (ORATS)

How Can You Trade Options in a Volatile Market? In the latest Driven By Data, Matt and Tyler break down how to navigate wild markets using options strategies designed to hedge risk and capitalize on volatility. Drawing from decades of trading experience, they analyze the ORATS dashboard for real-time market signals and share actionable risk management techniques. Insights: ?? How implied volatility trends signal major market risks. ?? Why SPY vs. component volatility ratios matter in downturns. ?? Using contango and skew analysis to detect market stress. ?? Options strategies for portfolio protection: put spreads, calendars, and diagonals. ?? Timing entries for hedging trades and avoiding market head fakes. This episode provides key insights for risk management and hedging in volatile markets, helping traders develop a structured approach to downturns. https://lnkd.in/gnT6BwtT

Adobe (ADBE) Earnings: Implied Move at 7.5 Percent – Will It Hold? Adobe reports earnings on March 12, and ORATS data shows the market is pricing in a 7.5 percent move—above the historical average of 6.6 percent. Last quarter, Adobe saw an actual move of -13.7 percent, significantly exceeding expectations. With implied volatility at 49.5 percent, traders are weighing the potential for another outsized reaction. Key considerations: ?? Implied vs. actual move trends ?? Options market positioning ?? Trading strategies for elevated implied volatility Full breakdown and trading strategies in our latest video: https://lnkd.in/gDeUVAZS #options #trading #ADBE #earnings #impliedvolatility #stockmarket #optionstrading #ORATS #volatilityanalysis #finance

?? How Can Traders Use Macro Event Volatility to Their Advantage? In this episode of Driven By Data, Matt and Tyler take a deep dive into macro event-driven volatility, analyzing how economic reports like FOMC meetings, GDP data, and jobless claims impact options pricing. By comparing implied volatility to actual historical moves, traders can identify when the market is overpricing or underpricing risk. What you’ll gain: ?? How to quantify volatility spikes around major economic reports. ?? Understanding the weekend and holiday effect in options pricing. ?? Comparing implied volatility expectations vs. real market movement. ?? Using macro event data for better backtesting and trade execution. ?? How ORATS is developing a new volatility indicator for macro events. This episode introduces a new research-driven volatility model, helping traders make smarter decisions around economic event risks. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/gcwyubTJ #MacroVolatility #OptionsVolatility #MarketAnalysis #ORATS #Backtesting #StockScanner #TradingIndicators

?? How Can Traders Extract Macro Volatility from the Options Market? In the latest Driven By Data episode, Matt and Tyler introduce a new way to analyze macro event-driven volatility using the options market. By smoothing implied volatility term structures and identifying volatility spikes associated with macroeconomic reports, traders can refine strategy selection and better assess risk pricing. What you’ll gain: ?? How weekend and holiday effects distort implied volatility. ?? Identifying macroeconomic event-driven volatility spikes. ?? Developing a rational term structure for SPX volatility. ?? Comparing macro volatility to earnings-driven implied moves. ?? Trading strategies for capitalizing on volatility distortions. This episode provides a first look at a new ORATS volatility indicator, designed to help traders systematically analyze macro volatility effects. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/gG9kJ_Te #MacroVolatility #OptionsVolatility #MarketAnalysis #ORATS #Backtesting #StockScanner #TradingIndicators

?? How Can Trade Journaling Improve Your Options Trading? In this episode of Driven By Data, Matt and Tyler introduce ORATS’ new Trade Journal, showing how traders can track their performance, refine their strategy execution, and compare results to their backtests. A well-structured journaling process can highlight strengths, uncover weaknesses, and help traders build a sustainable edge. What you’ll gain: ?? How trade journaling fits into the four pillars of trading (Research, Execution, Risk, Review). ?? Using the ORATS Trade Journal to track and analyze performance. ?? Filtering and sorting trades to identify patterns and areas for improvement. ?? Comparing paper trading results to backtested expectations. ?? Upcoming ORATS features, including broker integration and real-time updates. If you want to improve your trading discipline and optimize your strategy, this episode is a must-watch. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/g3ZRatj5 #TradeJournaling #OptionsTrading #TradingProcess #ORATS #Backtesting #StockScanner #TradingIndicators

?? How Can IV Rank and Skew Improve Your Options Trading? In the latest Driven By Data episode, Matt and Tyler break down how IV rank, skew, and other volatility indicators can help traders refine their options strategies. Using the ORATS Backtester, they analyze when to enter iron condors, put spreads, and call spreads based on volatility conditions. What you’ll gain: ?? The difference between IV Rank and IV Percentile—and why it matters. ?? How slope percentile measures market skew and risk. ?? The impact of zero-DTE options on volatility and market stability. ?? How to backtest strategies like iron condors and put spreads using volatility indicators. ?? A live demonstration of the ORATS Trade Journal for tracking strategy performance. By understanding how IV rank and skew evolve over time, traders can better time their trades and improve risk-adjusted returns. Learn how to incorporate these indicators into your trading workflow. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/gm_XWPdY #IVRank #SkewTrading #VolatilityIndicators #OptionsTrading #ORATS #Backtesting #IronCondors #StockScanner #TradingSignals

?? How Can Contango Help You Trade Calendar Spreads? In the latest Driven By Data episode, Matt and Tyler explore how to use contango as a critical indicator in options trading. Learn how ORATS’ tools, like the Signal Builder and Legacy Backtester, enable traders to monitor and apply contango insights to develop strategies like calendar spreads, double calendars, and diagonals. What you’ll gain: ?? How contango and backwardation impact options trading. ?? Using ORATS tools to monitor intraday contango and implied volatility. ?? Backtesting signals like contango and moving average crossovers. ?? Real-world examples of calendar spread setups using SPY. Whether you’re refining existing strategies or exploring new ones, this episode provides a clear guide to integrating contango into your trading workflow. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/grMW9hCz #Contango #CalendarSpreads #OptionsTrading #ORATS #SignalBuilder #Backtesting #VolatilityAnalysis

How Can a Stock Scanner and Signal Builder Transform Your Trading? In the latest Driven By Data episode, Matt and Tyler explore ORATS’ Stock Scanner and Signal Builder tools, showcasing how traders can refine strategies and create data-driven signals. Learn how to use implied volatility as an indicator, backtest custom signals, and combine them with scanning tools to identify trades with precision. What you’ll gain: ?? How to create and backtest custom signals for trading strategies. ?? Understanding implied volatility relationships and their role in market analysis. ?? Setting entry and exit criteria to optimize trades. ?? Real-time examples for SPY, XRP, and GDX strategies. At ORATS, we empower traders with smarter tools and actionable insights. This episode provides a step-by-step guide to creating signal-based strategies and applying them in your trading workflow. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/gzZqK_-2 #StockScanner #SignalBuilder #OptionsTrading #ORATS #Backtesting #VolatilityAnalysis #TradingStrategies

?? How Can an Option Scanner Give You a Trading Edge? In the latest Driven By Data episode, Matt and Tyler showcase ORATS' Option Scanner, a powerful tool for identifying and ranking options trades. From filtering by days to expiration to ranking by reward-to-risk ratio, this episode dives into how data-driven decisions can enhance your trading. What you’ll gain: ?? How to refine trade searches using custom filters and settings. ?? Ranking trades with ORATS’ proprietary metrics like forecast and distribution. ?? Step-by-step examples, including the "flapper" strategy and long/short strangles. ?? How to visualize risk/reward and execute trades in real time. At ORATS, we empower traders with the tools and insights needed to navigate options markets confidently. Whether you're exploring predefined strategies or building your own, this episode is packed with actionable knowledge. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/gGq-dTKA #OptionsTrading #OptionScanner #ProprietaryMetrics #ORATS #TradingStrategies #VolatilityAnalysis #RiskManagement

?? How Can Historical Data Tools Revolutionize Your Trading? In the latest episode of Driven By Data, Matt and Tyler demonstrate how ORATS' historical options data can empower traders to refine strategies and identify opportunities. From leveraging derived data to creating signals, this episode shows how to turn data into an edge. What you’ll gain: ?? How to use historical options data to improve decision-making. ?? Exploring dashboards, APIs, and flat files for trading insights. ?? Leveraging tools like Signal Builder to generate actionable signals. ?? Understanding derived data and its role in platform development. At ORATS, we provide traders with powerful data and tools to navigate complex markets confidently. Watch this episode to learn how you can enhance your trading strategies with historical insights. ?? Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/gPJeCJaw #OptionsTrading #HistoricalData #ProprietaryIndicators #TradingStrategies #ORATS #VolatilityAnalysis #MarketInsights #SignalBuilder