IN THIS LESSON:

Option basics

In this lesson we introduce the basic concepts of options:

  1. Introduction - 0:00

  2. Understanding an options chain - 0:51

  3. The basics of calls & puts - 1:25

  4. SPY options trade example - 2:22

  5. Understanding strike prices & expiration dates - 6:02

  6. Understanding moneyness (intrinsic & extrinsic value) - 7:44

  7. Important factors in option pricing and movement (implied volatility, delta, gamma, theta, volume & open interest) - 8:49

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    • The Options Industry Council offers some great free resources and videos through their OCC Learning portal to help further your option education journey.

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