One of the basic directional spreads when learning to trade options is that of the vertical spread. It is extremely versatile and represents a major building block of more complex spreads.
Going Vertical in AAPL
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The Options Insider Morning Edition
Morning stories and a look at the market…
Morning Futures Roundup
Coffee Prices Grind Lower
The Options Insider Late Edition
Late afternoon roundup of industry-related stories…
Most Active Equity Options & Strikes – JNJ, BAC
Most Active Equity Options & Strikes – JNJ, BAC
Midday Unusual Options Activity Update: STJ, NVDA, CRM, DE, STI, CLSN
Implied Volatility Mover and Volume Signals for Wednesday, November 21, 2012
IB Options Brief: Skechers USA, Inc. (SKX)
Analyst Upgrade Spurs Action In Skechers Options, Lifts Shares – Featured Ticker: SKX
IB Options Brief: Flowers Foods, Inc. (FLO) & St. Jude Medical, Inc. (STJ)
Flowers Foods, Inc. (FLO) & St. Jude Medical, Inc. (STJ) see unusual activity on Wednesday, November 21, 2012.
Relatively Speaking
I was a bit hesitant when considering this week?s article because the topic is very subjective. The difficulty lies in fully explaining the possible interpretations of the following chart, and how what could be a powerful tool for you may be misinterpreted if used improperly.
Morning Futures Roundup
Sugar Soars on Short Covering Buying
Mideast Kerfuffle
My first option trade was in 1990 on a crude oil contract leading up to Gulf War I. I was convinced oil prices would rise and I was right. I don?t remember how high crude went at the time, maybe $40 or $50 a barrel, but it was a nice win.
Unusual Options Activity Review: RIMM, MOS, GMCR, INFA, JCP, TEA, CI, IGT, VIX, XRT
Unusual Options Activity Review for Tuesday, November 20, 2012