Weekly options: SPY vs ES

Discussion in 'Options' started by kiwi1, Oct 5, 2010.

  1. kiwi1

    kiwi1

    Weekly options: SPY vs ES

    Weekly options on SPY have much higher volume/openinterest than on ES.
    Bid/ask spread wider on ES.
    More granular strikes with ES.
    SPY subject to pattern day trader rules.
    ES trading extended hours.
    Position sizing can be adjusted proportionally (but not commisions costs)

    Would love to hear some pros/cons/ideas/suggestions/expertize/advice/warnings.


    Thanks!
     
  2. kiwi1

    kiwi1

    Aslo curious about possible arbitrage strategies?
    Or is it all eliminated with auto trading?
     
  3. heech

    heech

    ES options are section 1256 contracts, so taxed at 60/40 gains.

    Im interested in hearing more thoughts on this.