Why we need to follow changes in Implied Volatility

January 8, 2012 By: Brian Keith

What is implied volatility and why do we need to follow it? In essence, it's the factor in the Options chains that "implies" the future move that is priced into the Options. If the implied move isn't expected to be large, then the premium in the Options will be lower. That affects the way that I trade because I can't get the same amount of "distance" in my credit spread trades. Because of this, I...

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Important Resistance & Support Numbers on the S&P 500

January 6, 2012 By: Brian Keith

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ES Trading & EURO Thoughts & Suggestions

January 5, 2012 By: Brian Keith

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Actively Defending an Iron Condor

By: Brian Keith

Options give you.....OPTIONS. I prefer to add these Active Defensive positions to act as a "moat around the castle" to help my credit spread income positions "fend off" strong attacks in price. ...

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Five Minute Primer on the Options Greeks

January 4, 2012 By: Brian Keith

What are the Options Greeks and why do you need to understand them? Well, let's start with one of the most important reasons....the professionals are using them to manage the risk on their positions. Can you do a better job than they do with fewer tools? Probably not. They're not really that hard to learn, so let's start today..... ...

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6 Things Consistently Successful Traders Have in Common

By: Brian Keith

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