Subdued moves left the options market expecting more muted trading. The SPY ETF implies volatility under 13% for February.

IGA nearly matches SPY’s 2025 return with lower volatility; its value tilt, global diversification, and covered calls boost yield. Read a comparison here.

Market environments can be divided into two types: Hedge-Advantaged Markets and Potential-Pivot Markets. Today we're in the latter type. When VIX and S&P IVs exceed 20%, markets are typically down, ...

Covered-call strategies can be an income investors' best friend. Whether the broader stock market goes up, down or merely grinds sideways, selling covered calls pays. Fortunately, we can buy ...