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A synthetic short offers traders a flexible way to bet against a stock without short selling. But how does a synthetic short position work, and what makes it different from simply short selling shares?

Synthetic options provide traders with an alternative way to manage risk and capitalize on specific market opportunities.

A GTD order, or Good-Till-Date order, is a straightforward trading tool that can simplify stock or options strategies.

Choosing a broker to trade options can be tricky. Is Tastytrade safe and beginner-friendly? Do Interactive Brokers’ advanced features suit professionals better?

After exiting my previous VXX trade with a quick gain, I didn’t expect to be back in quite so soon—but here we are.

Synthetic long strategies allow investors to replicate traditional options positions using a combination of stock and options. These trades provide flexibility in managing risk and adjusting market exposure.

Exploring a bearish options strategy on VXX as volatility spikes on trade war fears. Bear put spread targeting a move below $60 by September.

Managing multiple trades at once can be tricky. That’s where an OCO bracket comes in. But what is OCO in trading, and how does it work? This article breaks down the OCO bracket order, explaining...

We've upgraded Option Samurai with a unified filtering system, a faster platform, and new data points. Giving you more control, better insights, and an improved trading experience.

One of the many ways to make money with options is to build a strategy that gives you a profit from a range-bound market. The put butterfly, also known as long put butterfly (or simply "put fly"),...