Advisors Option 48: Elections And Volatility

The Buzz: What are the hot breaking topics in the world of options? Presidential Elections and Option Implied Volatility by Chris Hausman, Swan Global Investments. Is the market pricing in a Clinton victory? Have we already seen the peak of election volatility? How should a typical advisor/asset manager that writes covered calls, buys protective puts or trades collars adjust their strategies for this market? Should advisors consider adding a volatility/VIX component to their client portfolios during this period? What about the ETFs / ETPs? VIX in October in election years.