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Options Chain Basics

How to read an option chain: calls and puts, strikes, expirations, premium, volume and open interest, then a full chain walkthrough.

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Chapter 1Course Opening0/1
1. Opening1m
Chapter 2Order Types0/1
1. Market vs. Limit Orders2m
Chapter 3The Trade's Core Directions0/1
1. The Trade's Direction3m
Chapter 4The Strike Price0/1
1. That Stock's Target2m
Chapter 5The Expiration Date0/1
1. The Trade's Maturity Date4m
Chapter 6Premium0/1
1. The Trade's Cost6m
Chapter 7Volume0/1
1. Who's at the party3m
Chapter 8Open Interest0/1
1. Who's Staying in the Party3m
Chapter 9Option Chain Visual0/2
1. The Chain Walkthrough13m
2. Closing3m