Market notes

Plain-English commentary on what's actually moving the market, and what it means for anyone selling options premium. We tie the headlines to the one thing that matters for the wheel: where volatility (and therefore premium, and therefore risk) is showing up.

Dated market commentary, not investment advice. These notes discuss current events and go out of date quickly. Every figure is stamped with a date; verify anything time-sensitive yourself before acting. Nickelpie is not a registered investment adviser.