Triple witching in the stock
market refers to the simultaneous expiration of stock index options, stock index futures, and stock options on the third Friday of March, June, September, and December. This event is known for its high trading volume and volatile prices, as investors and traders adjust their positions before the contracts expire.
6 answers
Pietro
Sat Nov 02 2024
The expiration of these contracts all happening on the same day is quite rare.
Michele
Sat Nov 02 2024
Triple witching is a unique financial phenomenon.
SsangyongSpiritedStrengthCourage
Sat Nov 02 2024
It occurs when three different types of derivatives expire simultaneously.
Raffaele
Sat Nov 02 2024
These derivatives include stock options, stock index futures, and stock index options.
Alessandra
Fri Nov 01 2024
It only happens four times a year, specifically on the third Friday of March, June, September, and December.