Options
News, insights and expert analysis on options from the team at Kiplinger.
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The Best Options Trading Platforms
Among a sea of possibilities, here are five of the best options trading platforms for investors.
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Stocks vs Options: Which Should You Trade?
The answer to the question "stocks vs options" depends on your risk tolerance, investing objectives and understanding of market dynamics.
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Options Greeks Explained
Options Greeks can be used to measure how an option's price may change over time. Knowing how they work can help you manage your portfolio risk.
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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.
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What Are Call Options?
Call options offer investors the chance to limit risk, boost returns and diversify their portfolios.
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What Are Put Options?
Put options work as insurance policies for investors, offering the ability to limit potential losses during market uncertainty.
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What Is Options Trading?
Options trading allows investors to speculate on a stock's directional move and to hedge risk. Here are some key concepts to learn about options trading.
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How to Trade Futures
Futures allow investors and traders to hedge positions or to speculate on price action. Let's look at how to trade futures and why you might want to do it.
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How a Stop-Limit Order Is Used in Investing
A stop-limit order is a powerful tool investors and traders can use to mitigate risk. Here's how it works.
