Options

As the adage goes, the only certainty in life is uncertainty. This has been brought to stark relief in recent events that have caught the world by surprise. To many investors, these events have highlighted the fact that we live in an increasingly unpredictable world, where seemingly unlikely scenarios can become reality, with potentially significant consequences for the global economy and financial markets. Consider the recent event where the mercenary Wagner Group seemed to be on the verge of staging a revolt against Vladimir Putin, one of the world’s most…

Introduction: Options trading can be a versatile and potentially lucrative way to participate in the financial markets. One of the key strategies that experienced traders often employ is “rolling” options. This blog post will provide a comprehensive overview of rolling options, covering essential aspects that traders should know, including the meaning of rolling options, reasons for using this strategy, and specific examples of rolling different types of options. What does it mean to roll options? Rolling options is a strategy that involves closing an existing options position and simultaneously opening…

Rollover Options refer to the process of closing an existing options contract and opening a new one with a later expiration date while maintaining the same underlying asset and strike price. This strategy is typically used by options traders to extend the life of a trade that may require more time to become profitable or to manage risk in their options portfolio. How to use it: Monitor your existing options position: Keep an eye on the performance of your options contract, taking note of its time to expiration and any…