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With Energy Sector Sputtering, Option Trade On OIH Stock Can Extract Profits

OIH stock looks like it could head lower to test the 200-day moving average. This bear call spread trade will benefit from that outlook. → Read More

DAL Stock Today: Why This Delta Air Lines Options Trade May Earn 4.7% In One Month

If the put does get assigned, the investor takes ownership with a reduced cost base. → Read More

How To Set Up A Bull Put Spread On DOCU Stock Ahead Of Earnings

This bull put spread ahead of earnings offers a nice quick return if DocuSign stays in its expected range. → Read More

How To Use Covered Calls To Get 17% Annualized Return On JNJ Stock

Selling the May 155 call option generates an income of 3.42% in just over two months, equaling around 17% annualized. → Read More

Amazon Stock Just Closed Below Key Level; Here's How To Make Money From AMZN Options

A calendar spread is a trade that involves selling a short-term option and buying a longer-term option with the same strike price. → Read More

NFLX Stock: How This Butterfly Option Trade Can Net A $2,000 Profit

This broken wing butterfly trade can be placed for no cost. → Read More

SQ Stock Today: Why This Bearish Option Trade In Block Gains $110 Right Away

The spread will achieve the maximum profit if SQ stock closes below 80 on March 17. → Read More

Tesla Stock Today: How An Iron Condor Option Trade Instantly Makes $125

In total, the iron condor will generate around $1.25 per contract, or $125 of premium. → Read More

Netflix Stock Calendar Spread Benefits From Neutral Price Outlook, Can Net $850 Max Return

A calendar spread is an income trade that involves selling a short-term option and buying a longer-term option with the same strike price. → Read More

Amazon Stock Option Trade Targets Profit Zone Above 82 — If It Can Stay There

The maximum potential gain is around $200, which would occur if Amazon stock closes right at 85 on Feb. 17. → Read More

This Option Trade In Microsoft Stock Could Return 67% After Earnings Report

This earnings iron condor trade on Microsoft stock has the potential to return 67% if the stock stays within the expected range. → Read More

How To Use Options To Buy Etsy Stock For Discount, Or 8.6% Return

If Etsy stays above 130 at expiry, a cash-covered put expires worthless, leaving the trader with a 52% annualized return. → Read More

Walmart Stock Not Likely To Stay Quiet; This Straddle Profits From Rise In Volatility

Walmart implied volatility is 18%, which is toward the lower end of the 12-month range and that means long straddles could work out well. → Read More

Amazon Iron Condor Trade Could Return 28%

Amazon is back above its 50-day line and an iron condor will profit if prices stabilize. → Read More

Brownout For UPS Stock Presents Bearish Option Trade Idea

UPS stock dropped below its 50-day moving average. If UPS continues to struggle, traders might consider a bearish trade — a bear put spread. → Read More

With FOUR Stock Acting Bullish, Call Options Offer Exposure At Lower Cost

Investors who think FOUR stock will continue to rally and don’t want to risk significant amounts of capital can use long call options rather than buying the stock outright. → Read More

Netflix Stock Today: How A Bull Put Spread Could Earn $115

This type of trade will profit if NFLX stock trades sideways or higher. → Read More

Short Strangle On BX Stock Could Generate $245 In Option Premium

Higher premiums are good for option sellers but it's important to know the risks. → Read More

As American Express Meets Resistance, Bearish Option Trade Targets 12% Drop

For maximum profit, American Express stock would need to drop 12.4% between now and expiration on Jan. 20. → Read More

Calendar Spread Works Best With Continued Slump In GOOGL Stock

Assuming a trader has a price target of 85 for GOOGL stock, they could look at a bearish calendar spread for the search giant. → Read More