
Options strategies offer some great investment opportunities in the marketplace. But many people find even the basics of calls and puts challenging to understand.
Like most complex concepts, understanding options is all about fundamentals. You need to “get” the basics, and until you do, you can’t build a more in-depth knowledge. In other words, you need to know why calls are bullish and puts are bearish before you’re ready to attempt an understanding of straddles or credit spreads!
This video is going to give you an overview of options and discuss when call options are in-the-money, out-of-the-money and are going to be exercised.
Written by Liza Streiff
A visionary in the financial education and training industry who believes business growth must be tech-forward but human first. Liza is energized by the opportunity to evolve every aspect of a company not only to keep up, but to lead the way in employee engagement, digital transformation, intentional UX and design, and thoughtful client experiences. Her leadership style is rooted in the relationship between success and joy, and she is passionate about inspiring everyone, especially young women, to find success and fulfillment in the financial industry.
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