The 30/60/90 DTE Playbook: How Duration Interacts with Volatility Regimes

Why Fixed DTE Often Underperforms Across Environments Many traders select one DTE — for example, around 45 days — and apply it consistently regardless of market conditions. This approach feels reliable and simplifies decision-making. However, volatility behaves differently in calm versus turbulent periods. In low-volatility environments, longer-dated options tend to exhibit slower premium erosion. In […]