What Is a Call Option? A call option is a contract that gives the buyer of the option the right to purchase a security, such as a specific stock, at a specific price (referred to as the strike price).

Yes, American call options can be exercised at any time before expiration, while European options can only be exercised on the expiration date. An option gives you the right to buy or sell 100 shares ...

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Options trading can be complex, and the trading jargon may confuse even experienced investors and traders. Two of the most common options contracts to understand are call and put options. Here’s what ...

Options assignment is a process in options trading that involves fulfilling the obligations of an options contract. It occurs when the buyer of an options contract exercises their right to buy or sell ...

Buying to open is when you purchase a new options contract and assume either a long or short position. Conversely, buying to close is when you purchase an existing options contract that matches a ...

A call option is an option contract that gives the owner of a security the right to buy a corporation’s stock at a specific price within a stated time period. Investors purchase call options when they ...