Options Trading 101: From Understanding the Types of Options and Creating a Trade Plan to Analyzing Risk and Selecting Strike Prices, an Essential Pri

James Royal

Book cover for Options Trading 101: From Understanding the Types of Options and Creating a Trade Plan to Analyzing Risk and Selecting Strike Prices, an Essential Pri
Book cover for Options Trading 101: From Understanding the Types of Options and Creating a Trade Plan to Analyzing Risk and Selecting Strike Prices, an Essential Pri

Options Trading 101: From Understanding the Types of Options and Creating a Trade Plan to Analyzing Risk and Selecting Strike Prices, an Essential Pri

Options Trading 101: From Understanding the Types of Options and Creating a Trade Plan to Analyzing Risk and Selecting Strike Prices, an Essential Pri

James Royal

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Minimize risk and maximize profit with options trading and explore the ins and outs of this popular investment strategy in this engaging, informative, and easy-to-understand guide.

Want to make money options trading but don't know where to start? Are you unsure as to what options trading even is? Is options trading the right strategy for you? Options Trading 101 has the answers to all these questions and more. From explaining what options are and how they differ from stocks in addition to going over key terms, such as calls, puts, strike price, and expiration dates, you will get a crash course in options trading to help you start making money fast.

You'll also find fundamental strategies for trading options, including buying calls and puts, and the risks and rewards associated with each. To build on a solid foundation, the book offers information on technical and fundamental analysis, helping you understand how to evaluate market trends and make informed decisions.

Additionally, risk management techniques and the importance of setting trading goals are emphasized to ensure long-term success. By the end of the book, you'll be confident in your understanding of options trading and be ready to begin your trading journey with a clean and informed strategy.

About the Author

James F. Royal, PhD, is a Bankrate principal writer and editor who covers investing and wealth management. His work has been cited across major media, including CNBC, The Washington Post, The New York Times, and the Associated Press. Royal believes in the power of education to help individuals make smart financial decisions that can positively and significantly improve their lives. James is a veteran writer and author of self-published titles, as well as a stock analyst with a history of working in the financial-services industry, including at the Motley Fool and Bankrate.

Publishing Information

Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
Pub date: 2025-07-22
Length: 288 pages

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