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BEA, Census, BLS, Federal Reserve and Cboe releases read for their clocks, revisions and units, and how those meet option expirations.
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Release figures are quoted from the named source; worked examples use fictional figures.
- 5.27 Million SPX Contracts Changed Hands: How to Read Volume and Open InterestCboe recorded 5.27 million SPX option contracts traded and 21.99 million of open interest on 24 July 2026. A clearing ledger shows why activity, outstanding positions, direction and liquidity are separate questions.7 min read
- Fed, GDP and PCE in 18.5 Hours: Why the Expiry Map MattersVIX closed at 18.58 before a tightly packed Federal Reserve, GDP and PCE window. See why expiry dates, total variance and event timing matter.8 min read
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