Options Insight: How to Play the VIX

The video discusses market expectations for 2017, focusing on volatility trends and the VIX index. It highlights the prolonged low volatility regime and analyzes the VIX's behavior, suggesting potential market shifts. The discussion also covers trading strategies for February, considering the impact of political events like the inauguration of Donald Trump.

What significance does the VIX have in understanding market volatility?

What is the relationship between the inauguration of a new president and market volatility?