Last updated on February 14th, 2022 , 10:01 am
Learn the absolute essential options trading concepts!
Options Trading Explained
What is options trading?
Basics of Calls and Puts
Learn the basics of call options and put options.
What is a Strike Price?
Learn about an option’s strike price and “moneyness.”
Options Expiration
Learn about when options expire and how to choose an expiration.
Intrinsic & Extrinsic Value
Every option has two price components: intrinsic and extrinsic value.
Exercise & Assignment
What happens when an option is exercised?
The Bid-Ask Spread
Learn about gauging an option’s “liquidity” with the bid-ask spread.
Volume & Open Interest
Learn more about option liquidity with volume and open interest.
Order Types: Market, Limit, GTC, Stop-Loss
There are numerous order types you can use when trading stocks or options. Which ones are the best and which are the worst?
