Options Trading

Introducing Stock Options in Pursuit of Profits

Learn how stock options could potentially bring you additional profits.

The Put-Call Ratio – Why is it Important?

The put-call ratio is the number of put options traded divided by the number of call options traded...

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Options Trading for Beginners – The 3 Basic Things to Learn How to Trade

This is a guide that helps you get started with options trading.

What are VIX Options? – And How to Trade Them

A VIX option is a non-equity option that uses the CBOE Volatility Index as its underlying asset. It...

What is the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) and Why It’s Important to Option Traders

The CBOE Volatility Index, or VIX, is an index that shows the stock market’s expected 30-day volatility. It...

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How to Value an Option?

The value of an option, also known as the option premium, is the price paid by the buyer...

What is the Black-Scholes Model and Formula – Why it Matters in Options Trading

The Black Scholes model, or Black Scholes formula, is the world’s most well-known pricing model for options. The...

The Difference Between Buying and Selling Put Options

Put options are a contract between a buyer, known as the holder, and a seller, known as the...

Option Premium – Everything You Need to Know

An option premium is the price paid by the buyer to the seller for an option contract. Premiums...

Expiration Date – Options Trading

The expiration date of an options contract is the last day at which the buyer may exercise his...