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protective call
Education

Protective Call - A Way to Safeguard Your Short Position with Options

9 min read

One of the main cons of going short on a stock is the risk of unlimited loss if prices rise unexpectedly. A protective call offers a solution to this issue by hedging your short position with a...

How to Calculate Max Pain in Options
Education

The Basics of Max Pain in Options [Essential Knowledge]

5 min read

The concept of "max pain" is a recurring one for traders. Max pain in options refers to a theory where stock option prices gravitate towards a point where most options expire worthless....

MDLZ STOCK
Trades

Trade Idea - Bear Put Spread on MDLZ

3 min read

Disclaimer: The trades discussed in this blog reflect the author's personal strategies and decisions. These are not financial advice and should not be considered recommendations to buy, sell, or...

long straddle
Education

Long Straddle Strategy Explained: Tips for Options Traders [with Real-Life Example]

7 min read

The long straddle strategy is certainly among the most popular choices of options traders. The idea behind this approach is straightforward: buy both a call and a put option on the same asset to...

tsla historical beta
Research

Backtesting Beta for Volatility Insights: Build Smarter Options Trading Strategies and Portfolio Ideas

10 min read

As an investor, it is likely you have already come across high-beta stocks. These stocks can significantly overperform in bull markets and underperform in bear scenarios. While we would not advise...

0DTE Option Trading at a Glance
Education

Understanding 0DTE Options [The Basics You Need to Know]

5 min read

One of the many ways to include options in your portfolio is to select those contracts that are very close to expiration. 0DTE options, meaning "zero days to expiration," offer quick trading...

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