Tag: calls and puts
The Put / Call Ratio – A Technique Used To Gauge Market Extremes
Perhaps you’ve heard of the “Put / Call Ratio” (PCR) and been unsure of exactly what it is or when and how to use it. First, a quick review of what Calls and Puts are. Calls are option contracts that increase in value from a RISE in the price of the underlying stock or index. […]
Options Trading Strategies For Earnings Season
Options Trading Strategies For Earnings Season Earnings season is once again upon us, creating opportunities for both large gains and large losses. As a rule of thumb, individual stocks tend to react more significantly during earnings periods than other times of the year. The problem is figuring out which way a stock is going to […]
