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Options Greeks Explained
Options Greeks can be used to measure how an option's price may change over time and knowing how they work can help mitigate portfolio risk.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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How to Trade Futures
Futures allow market participants to hedge bets or speculate on potential price moves. Here, we look at how to trade futures and why you might want to.
By Will Ashworth Published
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What Is a Stop-Limit Order?
A stop-limit order is a powerful tool investors and traders can use to mitigate risk.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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What Is a Covered Call?
Covered calls are a lower-risk options strategy that allow investors to amplify returns and limit losses on an asset they already own.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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What Is Intrinsic Value?
Intrinsic value is one way to measure the value of an option contract. Here, we take a closer look at the metric and explain how it is used in options trading.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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What Is Open Interest in Options Trading?
Open interest in options trading is a critical tool that can be used to determine market sentiment on a particular stock, commodity or other underlying asset.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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Should I Trade Stocks or Options?
Answering the question "should I trade stocks or options" will depend on your own risk tolerance, investing objectives and understanding of market dynamics.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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What Is a Limit Order?
A limit order is a powerful tool in an investor's arsenal, allowing them to buy or sell a stock at the price they want.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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What Is Day Trading?
Day trading is a strategy that looks to capitalize on short-term price fluctuations, but it's not for the faint of heart.
By Jared Hoffmann Published