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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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Option Samurai’s Year-End Version: Q4 2024 Release ❄️
As we wrap up 2024 and look ahead to the new year, we hope you’ve had a prosperous trading year! The holiday spirit is…
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Long Put – A Strategy Profiting from Bearish Phases [Example Included]
One of the very first strategies anyone generally meets when learning about options trading is the long put. However, its popularity does not mean…
Long Box Spread - Typical P&L
Box Spread Strategy Explained [Focus on Key Elements]
If you’re looking for an arbitrage opportunity in the options market, the box spread strategy may be what you need. This approach combines a…
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Use a Backtest to Build a 52-Week High or Low Options Trading Strategy [Free Backtest File]
When the trend is strong, there could be either trend-following or trend-reversal opportunities at a stock’s 52-week highs and lows. Using our backtest file,…
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The Role of Bid vs Ask in Options [From Theory to Practice]
One of the very first concepts a financial trader will encounter is that of the bid and ask price. Bid vs ask in options…
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Generating Income with a Low Risk Options Strategy
Many traders look for ways to generate income using a low risk options strategy. This guide unpacks the safest options strategy, explores the myth…

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