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Trading with the Bear Put Spread Strategy [Essentials and Real-Market Example]

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If you feel like opening a bearish trade is a good idea but don't want to risk too much (as you would with a naked call, for instance), the bear put spread strategy might be for you. This options...

PROS AND CONS OF IV
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A 101 Beginner's Guide to Implied Volatility (IV) [Implications for Options Traders]

15 min read

You may or may not be a seasoned options trader, but the concept of implied volatility (or "IV") is essential to understand. Implied volatility measures the market's expectations for price...

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The Bull Put Spread Strategy: What You Should Know Before Trading (Practical Considerations)

11 min read

The bull put spread strategy is one of the most popular ways to trade when expecting a moderate increase in an asset's price. By buying a put option at a lower strike price and selling another put...

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Overview of the Bull Call Spread Strategy [Strategies for Moderately Bullish Markets]

10 min read

When you expect a moderate increase in a stock or ETF price, perhaps options trading is the right approach for you. The bull call spread strategy involves buying one call option and selling another...

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The Basics of the Covered Put Strategy: What You Need to Know (and How to Handle Risk)

10 min read

When you have a short position on a stock, a covered put strategy can help you generate income and manage risk. By selling covered put options, you can earn premiums to reduce your short position's...

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Covered Call Strategy: From Theory to Practice [When to Use It and When to Avoid It]

10 min read

A covered call strategy is a popular options trading technique used by investors to generate additional income from their stock holdings. This article will explore the fundamentals of covered...

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