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Trade Idea - Naked Put on GE
GE Aerospace (GE) is looking super oversold right now, with an IV rank above 95%, so I sold a put on it.
Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Value in Options - Understanding Value Beyond the Strike Price
Understand intrinsic vs extrinsic value in options, including definitions, examples, and how time and volatility impact option prices.
Option Samurai Q1 2026 Version
We've added advanced trade chart controls, resizable table columns, and major mobile improvements. Plus, a rebuilt blog and education hub, a free options cheat sheet, and ongoing bug fixes make Option Samurai smoother than ever.
Put Option Payoff Diagram - Learn the Shape of a Put Option Trade
Learn how a put option payoff diagram works, how profits and losses are calculated, and how long and short put positions behave at expiration.
Trade Idea - Naked Put on PM
I noticed that Philip Morris (PM) may be entering a slightly bullish phase. IV rank is high (above 75%) so I sold a put
Options Cheat Sheet: 15 Strategies at a Glance
Download our free options cheat sheet with 15 strategies explained visually - including P&L tables, Greeks, and breakeven formulas. Your go-to quick reference.
Call Option Payoff Diagram - A Visual Guide to Call Option Risk
Learn how a call option payoff diagram works, how profits and losses are calculated, and how long and short call positions behave at expiration.
Trade Idea - Naked Put on AMZN
Amazon (AMZN) looks at the beginning of a (potentially) positive cycle, and IV is not low (IV rank above 60%), so I sold a put expiring in a month
Currency Option Trading - How FX Options Work and When to Use Them
Learn how currency option trading works, including foreign exchange options, US currency options, and more.
Black and Scholes Option Pricing Model - The Benchmark Behind Option Prices
A clear explanation of the Black and Scholes option pricing model, covering the formula, inputs, method, put pricing, and real-world limitations.