Triple and Quadruple witching days are some of the most volatile periods in the stock market.
When stock options, index futures, and index options all expire together, and in the case of quadruple witching, single stock futures as well, markets often see heavy trading volume, sharp short-term distortions, and outsized swings!
These expiry events, which take place on the third Friday of March, June, September, and December, frequently impact major indices such as the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and DAX, while high-volume stocks like Tesla, Apple, Nvidia, and Amazon are especially prone to sudden moves.
Traders who understand these recurring patterns can better anticipate volatility and align setups with seasonal tendencies.
Analyst Insights from This Video:
• Understanding Triple & Quadruple Witching:
How expiry days create measurable volatility in the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and DAX
• Stocks That Often Lead Moves:
Why Tesla, Apple, Nvidia, and Amazon tend to react first to expiry activity
• Patterns Across Options, Futures, and Stocks:
Observed behaviors and trading setups that traders watch closely
• Seasonal and Recurring Trends:
How historical patterns can help anticipate short-term market swings while managing risk
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