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What Is Options Trading?
Options trading allows investors to speculate on a stock's directional move, but there are some key concepts to learn before jumping in.
By Elizabeth Volk Last updated
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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.
By Jared Hoffmann Last updated
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The Best Options Trading Platforms
Among a sea of possibilities, here are some of the best options trading platforms out there right now.
By Jared Hoffmann Last updated
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Stocks vs Options: Which Should You Trade?
Answering the question "stocks vs options" will depend on your own risk tolerance, investing objectives and understanding of market dynamics.
By Jared Hoffmann Last updated
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What Are Options and How Can Investors Use Them?
Options are a useful tool for investors looking to bet on a directional price move, generate income and hedge portfolio positions.
By Elizabeth Volk Last updated
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What Is Cost Basis?
Understanding what cost basis is allows you to accurately track the returns on your investments and the tax implications those returns may have.
By Mark R. Hake, CFA Published
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Options Greeks Explained
Options Greeks can be used to measure how an option's price may change over time and knowing how they work can help mitigate portfolio risk.
By Jared Hoffmann Published
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How to Trade Futures
Futures allow market participants to hedge bets or speculate on potential price moves. Here, we look at how to trade futures and why you might want to.
By Will Ashworth Published
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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.
By Jared Hoffmann Published