The Hidden Potential of Learning How to Trade SPX & Gold Options
J.W. Jones Market technicians believe they operate in a world that few people truly understand. It is as if they believe they are working in some sort of secretive financial construct that only a few...
View ArticleLearning How to Profit from Theta When Trading SPX Options
J.W. Jones As discussed in the first article, “The Hidden Potential of Learning How to Trade SPX and Gold Options” I pointed out that there are several fundamental principles that must be mastered...
View ArticleLearning How Delta Creates Profits When Trading Gold
Last week’s articles focused specifically on the option Greek Theta. This week we will shift gears and adjust our focus on Delta, another fundamental tenet of option trading. The official definition of...
View ArticleRisk Comparison: Options Versus Equities – Part 1
While future articles will return to focusing on the option Greeks, a recent comment regarding risk really piqued my interest. The age old discussion about risk versus reward, equities versus options,...
View ArticleUsing Calendar Spreads to Play a Short Term Top in Gold
Recent price action in stocks and commodities reinforces the “don’t fight the Fed” mantra. What would our central bank be doing if it were not devaluing our currency, attempting to create inflation,...
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