What Are Vertical Debit Spreads? And Why Use Them? Besides answering these questions, this article will also help you understand why you should use a spread instead of a call or put. This article will ...
This column was originally published on RealMoney on June 2 at 5:13 p.m. EDT. It's being republished as a bonus for TheStreet.com readers. Some of the most frequently asked questions I get concern ...
NDX options are an incredibly useful tool for both investors and traders. When two different options are combined into a spread they allow hedgers to protect a position and allow speculators to take ...
So far in this series we’ve introduced option fundamentals along with a speculative bullish call trade, explored protective put options as a way to hedge portfolio positions, and saw how writing ...
A bear call spread is a type of vertical spread, meaning that two options within the same expiry month are being traded. One call option is being sold, which generates a credit for the trader. Another ...
Soybeans have been the beneficiary of strong fundamentals and weather/risk premiums being built into the prices. Since the USDA reports last week, the market has rallied substantially. Resistance is ...