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Option Greeks
Option Greeks are metrics used to more precisely understand the behavior of an option’s price. In a nutshell, they measure the sensitivity of an option’s price in relation to several different factors. Those factors include underlying stock price, interest rate, volatility, and time decay. Traders use Option Greeks to analyze changes in the price of […]
Stock Option Pricing
For most investors, understanding stock option pricing can be elusive and intimidating. While it may seem like there are many variables that go into stock option pricing, the reality is there are two parts that make up the value. Moreover, there are three distinct variables affecting an option’s price. Before we get too far along, […]
Stocks Riskier Than Options Trading?
Trading Stocks Can Be Riskier Than Trading Options There are many significant risks unique to holders and writers of options. For example, an option holder can lose their entire investment in an option if they allow it to expire worthless. The writer of naked call options risks potentially unlimited losses should the price of the […]
Supervalu Options (SVU): Unusual Trading Activity
Options on retail grocer Supervalu (SVU) are experiencing unusual activity today. Supervalu doesn’t normally trade many option contracts. With a stock price under $5 per share, it’s a name most option traders don’t pay a lot of attention to. But that could be about to change… and not in a good way! You see, SVU […]
Use ETFs To Make Money In This Volatile Market
Have you been investing in the stock market over the past few weeks? If so, you’ve certainly been on a rollercoaster ride. We’ve seen over a 1,000 point swing higher in the Dow over this period. But, don’t turn your back now, not even for a second, the ride isn’t over yet. No doubt about […]
