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Trade Idea - Naked Put on AMZN
Amazon (AMZN) looks at the beginning of a (potentially) positive cycle, and IV is not low (IV rank above 60%), so I sold a put expiring in a month
Currency Option Trading - How FX Options Work and When to Use Them
Learn how currency option trading works, including foreign exchange options, US currency options, and more.
Black and Scholes Option Pricing Model - The Benchmark Behind Option Prices
A clear explanation of the Black and Scholes option pricing model, covering the formula, inputs, method, put pricing, and real-world limitations.
Trade Idea - Naked Put on BKNG
I opened a short put position on BKNG today. The stock is widely oversold so I'm ok with either getting assigned shares (and do a wheel with a covered call) or rolling this down and further in time a few times. But since BKNG is quite expensive, I'll probably aim for rolling.
Vanilla Options - The Foundation of Options Trading Strategies
A clear guide to vanilla options, the standard call and put options traded in markets, and how they differ from exotic options.
Trade Idea - Naked Put on ADBE
I opened a short put position on ADBE today. The stock is widly oversold so I'm ok with either getting assigned shares (and do a wheel with a covered call) or rolling this.
In the Money vs Out of the Money: What’s the Difference?
Confused by strike prices? We break down in the money vs out of the money options using simple logic and real-world examples.
Trade Idea - Long Call on AAPL
Today I bought a call on AAPL. IV was low, and price action was looking good.
Options Contract - Understanding What an Option Is
We break down the definition, provide a clear option contract example, and explain how these agreements work.
Single Leg Options Trading - The 4 Core Options Strategies to Know
The basics of single leg options explained: learn what they are, how they work, the four core strategies, and when to trade them.