Why It Might Be Time to Hedge Against a Pullback

The video discusses the seasonality of the VIX and its impact on market volatility, highlighting how summer months can vary in terms of volatility spikes. It also examines the role of buybacks and the Smart Money Index in market trends, noting the influence of buybacks on market stability. The video concludes with a suggested hedging strategy using put spreads on SPY to manage potential market pullbacks, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for volatility.

What does the speaker imply about the relationship between the Fed's actions and company buybacks?

What trading strategy is suggested in relation to the S&P and NASDAQ?