An option is a financial instrument whose value is tied to an underlying asset; this is known as a derivative. Instead of buying an asset, such as company stock, outright, an options contract allows ...

Learn how to trade weekly options, understand key differences from monthly options, and use smart strategies to boost short-term trading success. Options trading is taking the stock market by storm.

Volatility, which refers to the propensity of a security's price to move higher or lower, has several key concepts within the realm options trading. Implied volatility (IV) heavily influences the ...

The US equity options market continues to grow, fuelled by macroeconomic uncertainty, market volatility and increased investor demand. As with any electronic market, understanding microstructure and ...

The TRADE sits down with Christian Beinert, FX trader at MEAG, to explore the next stage of options trading including new automated strategies, clearing, and the need for greater collaboration between ...