Topic: Put Options

Analysis of trading data prior to the July 13th assassination attempt refutes viral claims that 12 million shares of Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) were shorted. Reports indicate that trading volume was subdued and the alleged 120,000 put contracts did not exist, suggesting the rumors were based on a clerical error or misinformation.

A former New York banker predicts that Tesla stock will drop to $100 per share by February, down from its current $300 range. The discussion touches on "trap stocks" like Netflix and the high short interest surrounding Tesla. Advice is given to look into put options rather than direct shorting to mitigate risk.

A suspect in the bombing of the Borussia Dortmund team bus allegedly placed "put calls" on the team's stock, hoping to net $1 million from the resulting price drop. The hosts refer to this as a "terror put," drawing parallels to suspicious market activity observed before the September 11 attacks. The suspect's mistake was buying a large volume of options on the day of the attack.

Media figures like Chuck Todd are noted for comparing the election night market volatility to the 2008 economic collapse inherited by Barack Obama. The hosts suggest the overnight dip was a "scam" or a buying opportunity, speculating that George Soros may have profited from S&P put options. They observe that the markets ultimately ended up over 300 points the following day, contradicting the dire media predictions.

Analysis of the Goldman Sachs $550 million settlement with the SEC reveals suspicious trading patterns involving put and call options. Data suggests that insiders may have known the timing of the civil complaint and the subsequent settlement, allowing for massive returns on options. The SEC is criticized for potential leaks and general incompetence in regulating Wall Street.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request regarding suspicious put options on airline stocks prior to September 11, 2001, resulted in a response from the SEC stating the records were destroyed. The hosts note that these records were reportedly housed in World Trade Center 7, which collapsed during the attacks, preventing an investigation into who profited from the tragedy.

Howard Dean's appearance on Meet the Press is analyzed, specifically his mention of insurance stocks reaching record highs. The hosts examine current put and call options for Humana, drawing parallels to unusual market activity seen immediately prior to the September 11 attacks.