Election Risks: How to Hedge for Surprise Results

The video tutorial discusses the significance of put-call ratios and recent trends in hedging activity, particularly around events like elections. It explores the costs and necessity of hedging, especially in uncertain market conditions. The tutorial also examines alternative volatility measures beyond the VIX, such as ETFs and currency volatility, and emphasizes the importance of finding cost-effective hedges that correlate with one's portfolio.

What are the potential costs associated with hedging in volatile market conditions?

In what ways might clients seek alternative hedges beyond the S&P 500?