Option Strike Prices Explained | Options Trading For Beginners
In this video, we break down what option strike prices represent for call options and put options. In this video, you’ll learn what the strike price represents from the perspective…
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VIX Term Structure Explained | Volatility Trading Concept
The VIX term structure (VIX futures curve) indicates the difference between near-term and long-term implied volatility. Understanding the VIX term structure is crucial for volatility traders because the shape of…
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Trading VIX Futures | Volatility Trading
Cboe VIX futures can be used to gain exposure to changes in S&P 500 implied volatility. However, there are things you need to know before trading VIX futures. In this…
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Stock vs. Option Buying Power | Basic Trading Concepts
https://www.projectoption.com | Stock buying power and option buyer power aren’t the most fun topics to discuss, but they are necessary to understand as a trader. In this video, we’ll discuss…
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Intrinsic Value and Extrinsic Value | Options Trading For Beginners
Every option’s price consists of the sum of its intrinsic value and extrinsic value. A call’s intrinsic value is the difference between the stock price and the call’s strike price…
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Synthetic Long Stock | Options Trading Strategy Guide
A synthetic long stock position can be created by purchasing a call option and selling a put option at the same strike price and in the same expiration cycle. The…
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Option Vega Explained (Best Guide) | Option Greeks for Beginners
Option vega represents an option’s sensitivity to changes in implied volatility, which is also called “vega risk” or “volatility risk.” As an option buyer or seller, you need to understand…
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Bid-Ask Spread Explained | Options Trading For Beginners
The bid-ask spread is a very important liquidity metric that all stock and options traders should pay attention to before entering a trade. The bidding price represents the highest price…
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Option Volume & Open Interest | Options Trading For Beginners
Option volume and open interest are two liquidity metrics all options traders should pay attention to before entering a trade. Volume indicates the total number of option contracts that have…
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Vertical Spread Trading | Choosing an Expiration Cycle
When trading vertical spreads, choosing an expiration cycle is somewhat strategic. With so many expirations to choose from, which ones should you trade? In this video, you’ll learn how short-term…
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