Defining Possible Outcomes Of Closing Options
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Defining Possible Outcomes of Closing Options
Introduction
In options trading, every option will be closed by an offsetting transaction, exercise, or expiration. Each method affects buyers and sellers differently.
Outcomes for the Buyer
1. Closing Sale Transaction:
If you cancel your open long position through a closing sale, you receive payment. Profits occur when the closing price exceeds your purchase price; losses happen if it’s lower.
2. Exercising the Option:
Exercising a call option lets you acquire 100 shares at the strike price, while a put option allows you to sell 100 shares. Exercise is beneficial when the market value exceeds your call strike price or falls below your put strike price. You'll need to cover the strike price plus fees, allowing stock acquisition below market value.
3. Expiration:
If your option expires, you forfeit the premium paid at purchase, resulting in a complete loss.
Outcomes for the Seller
1. Closing Purchase Transaction:
When you close your position by purchasing, you pay the premium. You profit if the closing purchase price is lower than your initial sale price; otherwise, you incur a loss.
2. Option Exercised by Buyer:
If the buyer exercises the option, as a call seller, you must deliver 100 shares at the strike price. As a put seller, you purchase 100 shares at the strike price. The premium you received is yours to keep, affecting your net cost.
3. Option Expiry:
If the option expires worthless, you profit as the position is canceled by expiration, and the premium remains with you.
Conclusion
Analyzing possible outcomes is crucial for identifying opportunities in the options market. Evaluating risk and potential is essential. Successful options traders are adept analysts.
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