Nasdaq Rebounds as Geopolitics, Volatility, and Options Positioning Shape the Market

Kevin Davitt breaks down how the Nasdaq‑100 (NDX) has reclaimed the 25,000 level amid a market environment shaped more by geopolitical risk than valuation concerns. He explains what narrowing put‑call spreads and normalized volatility signal about positioning as earnings approach, even with pressure from mega‑cap leaders like MSFT, TSLA, NVDA, AAPL, and META. Davitt also highlights the strategic advantages of index options, including diversification and potential tax efficiencies.

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Nasdaq Rebounds as Geopolitics, Volatility, and Options Positioning Shape the Market

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