The Buzz: SEC to crack down on derivatives use in funds. Mutual funds face leverage caps under SEC rule on derivatives. Looking at the financial advisory business of tomorrow - Volatility skew.
Tricks of the Trade: Looking Back at 2015: Top Options Trends/Stories for Advisors/Asset Managers
- Fallout over IRA use in options.
- Impact of rising volatility on options prices.
- Impact of fed rate hike on options / rho.
- Ongoing fascination with crude oil options.
- Year of great data regarding options efficacy for fund managers: OIC Harris Poll - CBOE white paper on fund use of options in portfolio management.
- Honorable mention - Rise of the robo advisor.
