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Options Market Maker - What It Is and Why the Options Market Needs a Maker
An options market maker plays a silent but essential role in keeping the options market liquid and efficient. But what does an options market maker do, and why is their presence necessary?
Risk Management in Options Trading - From Best Practices to Practical Tips
Find out how risk management in options trading works, with common best practices and our experience-based tips.
Bull Call Spread: What You Should Know Before Trading Options with This Strategy
Learn how the bull call spread, a classic debit spread strategy, can help you invest with a bullish sentiment.
Synthetic Short: An Options Alternative to Short Selling a Stock
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?
What Are Synthetic Options and How Do They Work?
Synthetic options provide traders with an alternative way to manage risk and capitalize on specific market opportunities.
GTD Orders Explained: A Guide for Traders
A GTD order, or Good-Till-Date order, is a straightforward trading tool that can simplify stock or options strategies.
Tastytrade vs. Interactive Brokers: Which Broker Is Right for You?
Choosing a broker to trade options can be tricky. Is Tastytrade safe and beginner-friendly? Do Interactive Brokers’ advanced features suit professionals better?
Trade Idea – Bear Put Spread on VXX (Part 2)
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.
Simple Synthetic Long Strategies [Synthetic Long Call vs. Synthetic Long Put]
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.
Trade Idea – Bear Put Spread on VXX
Exploring a bearish options strategy on VXX as volatility spikes on trade war fears. Bear put spread targeting a move below $60 by September.