July 18, 2024 - Option Samurai Blog

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Trading with the Bear Put Spread Strategy [Essentials and Real-Market Example]

If you feel like opening a bearish trade is a good idea but don’t want to risk too much (as you would with a…

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Using a Backtest on New Stocks’ 52-Week Highs and Lows to Trade Options [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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A 101 Beginner’s Guide to Implied Volatility (IV) [Implications for Options Traders]

You may or may not be a seasoned options trader, but the concept of implied volatility (or “IV”) is essential to understand. Implied volatility…

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The Bull Put Spread Strategy: What You Should Know Before Trading (Practical Considerations)

The bull put spread strategy is one of the most popular ways to trade when expecting a moderate increase in an asset’s price. By…

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Backtesting Beta to Trade High-Volatility Stocks with Debit Options Spreads

As an investor, it is likely you have already come across high-beta stocks. These stocks can significantly overperform in bull markets and underperform in…

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Overview of the Bull Call Spread Strategy [Strategies for Moderately Bullish Markets]

When you expect a moderate increase in a stock or ETF price, perhaps options trading is the right approach for you. The bull call…

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The Basics of the Covered Put Strategy: What You Need to Know (and How to Handle Risk)

When you have a short position on a stock, a covered put strategy can help you generate income and manage risk. By selling covered…

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Covered Call Strategy: From Theory to Practice [When to Use It and When to Avoid It]

A covered call strategy is a popular options trading technique used by investors to generate additional income from their stock holdings. This article will…

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Gain a Market Edge when Buying Leap Call Options [Comparison with Stock Purchase]

If you’re an options trader, you are familiar with the typical leverage of buying leap call options. This strategy offers a lower capital requirement…

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