Gianluca Longinotti, Author at Option Samurai Blog

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Simplifying the Collar Option Strategy – [Core Concepts for Every Trader]

When mixing stocks and options, investors have various ways to shield against market swings. The collar option strategy offers a balanced approach that mixes…

Long Calls, Tutorials

What are Puts and Calls in Options Trading? (Learn the Basics)

If you’ve only recently begun learning about options, the first step is understanding what puts and calls are. Puts and calls are fundamental in…

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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…

Implied volatility, Tutorials

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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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…

covered calls, Tutorials

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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Quadruple Witching Dates 2024-2025 (How to Trade & Essential Dates)

Traders know that there are certain days in which market activity spikes, and quadruple witching dates are a good example in this case. Every…

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Triple Witching Dates 2024/2025 – What Is Triple Witching? (and How Can You Trade It?)

Among the recurring events in options trading, triple witching dates are something you cannot afford to ignore. But what is triple witching? Occurring quarterly…

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