Joe Tigay, Portfolio Manager

Joe Tigay is Managing Partner at Equity Armor Investments, sub-advisor to a volatility-hedged equity strategy at Rational Funds. Joe began his career in finance as an options market maker with Stutland Equities LLC. in 2005, working on the Chicago Board of Options Exchange and specializing in electronic market making. In 2008, Mr. Tigay became a member trader of the Chicago Board of Options Exchange (CBOE). As a member trader, Joe was a very active market maker in both SPX and VIX options from 2008 to 2012. Discussing options, volatility, and market insight, Joe has appeared on Bloomberg, BNN, and has a regular segment on CBOE.tv. Joe graduated from Michigan State University with a B.A. in Economics. He currently holds licenses for Series 3, 56, 65.

Risk Management: A Key Element of Successful Investing

When it comes to investing, risk is an inevitable part of the equation. But while taking risks can lead to significant rewards, it’s important to remember that every investment carries with it the potential for loss. That’s where risk management comes in – and why it’s a crucial part of any successful investment strategy.

Volatility 411 – Upside Moves In The Bear Market

With inflation easing to 7.1% in November and a Fed interest rate decision on deck, Joe Tigay of Equity Armor Investments provides updates on developments in the S&P500 and the VIX in this brief video.

Volatility 411 – Upside Moves In The Bear Market

With inflation easing to 7.1% in November and a Fed interest rate decision on deck, Joe Tigay of Equity Armor Investments provides updates on developments in the S&P500 and the VIX in this brief video.

Volatility 411 – Bear Market Rotation

As investors try to discern if the current market is a bear market rally or signaling the end of the bear market, Joe Tigay provides his analysis on this and other topics in this brief video on Catalyst Insights.

Volatility 411 – Market Movers

With the final U.S. election results still being determined and plenty more to come this week, Joe Tigay of Equity Armor Investments provides a brief update on the developments in the S&P500, the VIX, and more in this video on Catalyst Insights.

Volatility 411 – Market Movers

With the final U.S. election results still being determined and plenty more to come this week, Joe Tigay of Equity Armor Investments provides a brief update on the developments in the S&P500, the VIX, and more in this video on Catalyst Insights.

Oil, Inflation, Fed, and the Economy

Will this bear market end soon? Joe Tigay of Equity Armor and portfolio manager of a volatility-hedged equity strategy says there’s not many signs of it stopping just yet. Watch “Volatility 411” for his latest insights on oil prices, the Fed’s path forward, the chances of a recession, and more.

What is Moving the VIX?

With a deadline looming for congress, it will get worse before it gets better for the debt ceiling. Expect a rocky road.  The markets have seen this movie before and the closer to the deadline the higher the VIX.

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