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When Do Options Expire? Understanding Expiration Dates [All Cases Included]
A beginner entering the niche of options trading must certainly understand how the concept of expiration works. When do options expire? That depends: options…
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Trade Idea – Bull Put Spread on DXCM
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…
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Dividend Aristocrats and ETFs: The Ultimate Wheel Strategy for Options on Stocks
Dividends have attracted investors for decades, and trading options on dividend aristocrats offers a smart way to benefit from their stability. By examining historical…
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Short Strangle: A Strategy for Stable Markets [Theory, Example, and Things to Know]
One of the features traders enjoy the most about options trading is likely the possibility to earn even in a sideways market. The short…
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How Much Money Do You Need to Trade Options? [Learn & Trade]
If you are new to options trading, the question “How much money do you need to trade options?” must have certainly crossed your mind….
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Long Strangle – Profit from Market Movements with Options Trading [Expert Tips]
There are moments in which you know that a given stock is going to move significantly, but the direction in which this may happen…
Looking Back: Option Samurai in 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on what has been an exciting and rewarding year. Despite…
From Options Expiration to Settlement
Options Settlement: How It Works [Must-Know Facts]
Options settlement is a basic concept to understand if you plan to enter the derivative market. Knowing about options settlement time and its mechanics…
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How Does the Short Straddle Strategy Work? A Beginner-Friendly Breakdown [Guide]
One of the most appealing aspects of options trading is that you don’t necessarily need the underlying asset to move significantly to profit. The…

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