The Buzz: SEC to crack down on derivatives use in funds. Mutual funds face leverage caps under SEC rule on derivatives. Looking at the financial advisory business of tomorrow - Volatility skew.

Tricks of the Trade: Looking Back at 2015: Top Options Trends/Stories for Advisors/Asset Managers

• Fallout over IRA use in options.
• Impact of rising volatility on options prices.
• Impact of fed rate hike on options / rho.
• Ongoing fascination with crude oil options.
• Year of great data regarding options efficacy for fund managers: OIC Harris Poll - CBOE white paper on fund use of options in portfolio management.
• Honorable mention - Rise of the robo advisor.