Energy is the "800-pound gorilla" in the markets this week. As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz becomes a critical flashpoint, products like crude oil, heating oil, and RBOB are dominating the tape. Is this a permanent shift or a temporary shock?

In this episode, host Mark Longo is joined by Brian Pierre, founder of Energy Rogue, to break down the "geopolitical premium" currently baked into energy prices. We dive deep into why energy is truly inescapable for any futures trader and why one specific product—heating oil—is outperforming the rest of the complex by nearly 30% in a single week.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The Strait of Hormuz Crisis: Why 20-25 million barrels a day are at risk and what "naval escorts" actually mean for supply.

• Crude Oil Outlook: Brian's case for why WTI and Brent might actually head back to the $60s despite the headlines.

• The "Heating Oil" Phenomenon: Analyzing the massive spread between gasoline (RBOB) and distillates.

• The Trading Pit: Winners and losers in Silver, Palladium, and a surprising rally in Bitcoin futures.

Resources:

• Analyze the markets with Brian: EnergyRogue.com

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• Join the Network: TheOptionsInsider.com/Pro

The futures markets are moving fast this week. From a 20% surge in Lithium to the continued "annihilation" of Cocoa bulls, Mark Longo and Dan Gramza break down the top 15 most active contracts and the year-to-date movers you need to watch.

In this episode:

• Crypto Uncertainty: Why Bitcoin and Ether are struggling to find sustainable footing despite recent bounces.

• Agricultural Deep Dive: Exploring the global supply chains of Coffee (Arabica vs. Robusta) and the unique production systems of Cocoa in West Africa.

• Energy Outlook: Why Crude Oil is currently an "anticipation market" rather than a supply-demand story.

• Metals Momentum: Is Silver finally ready to lead Gold, or is it just a byproduct of industrial demand for solar cells?

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The futures markets are living multiple lifetimes in just a few short weeks! Join host Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network and special guest Carley Garner of DeCarley Trading as they navigate the volatile landscape of the early 2026 markets.

In this episode, the duo dives deep into the "symmetrical madness" of the week, analyzing why thin markets like Oats and Orange Juice are leading the charge while heavy hitters like Bitcoin and Cocoa face massive pullbacks. Is the Bitcoin double-top signaling a broader correction for the Nasdaq and S&P 500? And is Coffee poised to follow in the footsteps of Cocoa's historic boom-and-bust cycle?

Highlights include:

• The Trading Pit: Breaking down the 16% surge in OJ and the surprising resilience of Oats.

• Crypto & Equities: Carly discusses the correlation between Bitcoin and the Nasdaq—and why $30,000 might be on the horizon.

• The Ags & Softs: A deep dive into the 45% year-to-date crash in Cocoa and why "Coffee is the new Cocoa."

• Energy Update: Why the "textbook" Nat Gas trade actually worked this year.

• The Active 15: A look at the volume leaders, from the Japanese Yen to the Treasury five-year note.

Guest: Carley Garner, DeCarley Trading

Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group

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