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November 20, 2008 2:00 pm |
Trading Options on the VIX Learn about the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) including the mechanics and what it means to you. Register |
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November 20th, 2008 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Tampa, FL |
Site Nite Tampa Site Nite - FREE Register |
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December 13th, 2008 9:00 am - 4:15 pm West Palm Beach, FL |
Workshop West Palm Beach Workshop - FREE Register |
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November 24, 2008 7:00 pm December 16, 2008 2:30 pm |
Which Strike Price Should I Trade? Learn more about selecting the most appropriate strike price for you the investor, based on your own financial goals and your own risk tolerances. The strike price categories (in-the-money, at-the-money and out-of the money) will be discussed in the context of understanding the option "risk gauges", Delta, Gamma and Theta. Register 11/24 Register 12/16 |
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November 24, 2008 1:00 pm |
Synthetics When you trade a stock on margin, you will pay an interest charge to a broker. On top of that, you still have to have a 50% margin requirement. With an option combo, you can set up a very similar position with a reduced margin requirement. Trading on reduced margin contains risks. We will discuss the potential risks and benefits of this strategy. If you are trading for the short term, this may be something that is of interest to you. This strategy and other strategy similarities for call and put spreads will be discussed as well. Register |
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November 24, 2008 2:00 pm |
Volatility How important is volatility on the scale of 1-10? Many traders would probably say about "35". In this event, we will cover volatility (both implied and historic) and we will show how it may affect an option's price along with how it may affect specific strategies. Whether you are a directional trader or delta neutral, this will be a great event. Register |
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November 24, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) |
How Do Option Orders Affect Option Prices? The Black-Scholes Options Pricing Model, or any model for that matter, is not always representative of what happens in real life. These pricing models used to calculate the theoretical value of an option are limited to the following numerical inputs: strike price, time remaining until expiration, price of the underlying stock, volatility of the underlying stock, interest rates, and dividends. Many new traders fail to realize that orders executed in the marketplace may have an impact on the next bid and ask – the new reflected market. There is not unlimited supply and demand at any given price so option prices may change constantly simply due to this executed order flow. Special guest Steve Meizinger from the ISE will discuss option pricing, volatility, market making and how option theory is used in real life market situations. Register |
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November 24, 2008 2:00 pm |
Trading Options on GLD – Gold Shares Trust Learn more about trading the exchange traded fund on Gold, symbol GLD. The Gold Shares represent fractional, undivided interests in the Trust, the primary asset of which is allocated (or secured) gold. Various options strategies will be discussed using the exchange traded fund GLD. Register |
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November 24, 2008 8:30 pm |
Harness Volatility Using Ultra ETFs with Andrew Hart – BigTrends Discover how to use market volatility to your advantage. Join Andrew Hart as he describes 3 strategies to trade Ultra ETFs. Ultra Exchange Traded Funds are leveraged funds that provide double the performance of the underlying index, they can be used as a portfolio growth driver or as an efficient hedge in all market conditions. Register |
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November 25, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) |
Yen Carry Trade: What Does it Mean for Me as an Investor? Understanding the Yen-carry trade and how it affects FX options. An insightful look at the carry trade using the Japanese yen (YUK). Bullish and bearish strategies will be discussed using the Japanese yen (YUK). Tuesday, November 25, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) Register |
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November 25, 2008 2:00 pm |
How Low Can US Dollar vs. Euro? Learn more about the foreign currency relationship between the U.S. dollar and the euro. With the US dollar trading at or near all-time lows against the US dollar, learn how to trade your views of the US dollar against the euro. The ISE FX Options market will be discussed as well as some spread strategies that investors may choose to implement depending on their view of the US dollar relative to the euro. This can be done directly through your optionsXpress account. Register |
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November 25, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) December 9, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) December 16, 2008 8:00 pm January 6, 2008 8:00 pm |
USD/Yen and Its Impact on Volatility in the Markets Understanding the Yen-carry trade and how it affects FX options. An insightful look at the carry trade using the Japanese yen (YUK). Bullish and bearish strategies will be discussed using the Japanese yen (YUK). Tuesday, November 25, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) Register 11/25 Register 12/9 Register 12/16 Register 1/6 |
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November 25, 2008 2:00 pm January 6, 2008 8:00 pm |
Changing Implied Volatilities in the USD/Euro Markets Learn more about the foreign currency relationship between the U.S. dollar and the euro. With the US dollar trading at or near all-time lows against the US dollar, learn how to trade your views of the US dollar against the euro. The ISE FX Options market will be discussed as well as some spread strategies that investors may choose to implement depending on their view of the US dollar relative to the euro. This can be done directly through your optionsXpress account. Register 11/25 Register 1/6 |
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December 2, 2008 7:30 am (morning class) |
What Every Investor Should Know About Option Volatility Steve Meizinger, special guest from the International Securities Exchange, will define volatility and how changes in market conditions can change volatility and may ultimately affect option pricing. Register |
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December 3, 2008 4:30 pm |
Using Single Stock Futures as an Alternative for Establishing Short Equity Positions Single Stock Futures are derivatives that can be used to go "long" or "short" equities in today's market place. Learn how they may potentially lower your borrowing cost when trading on margin from the "long" side and allow you to trade unencumbered from the "short" side with respect to hard to short stocks. Register Futures on Single Stocks, ETFs and Sector Indexes use a greater degree of leverage and involve high degree of risk. Please read Risk Disclosure Statement for Security Futures Contracts available by calling (888) 280-8020. |
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December 4, 2008 8:00 pm |
How Do Option Orders Effect Option Prices? The Black-Scholes Options Pricing Model, or any model for that matter, is not always representative of what happens in real life. These pricing models used to calculate the theoretical value of an option are limited to the following numerical inputs: strike price, time remaining until expiration, price of the underlying stock, volatility of the underlying stock, interest rates, and dividends. Many new traders fail to realize that orders executed in the marketplace may have an impact on the next bid and ask – the new reflected market. There is not unlimited supply and demand at any given price so option prices may change constantly simply due to this executed order flow. Special guest Steve Meizinger from the ISE will discuss option pricing, volatility, market making and how option theory is used in real life market situations. Register |
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December 8, 2008 2:00 pm |
Taxes for Traders with Green Trader Tax Join noted trader tax expert Robert Green, CPA, CEO of GreenTraderTax.com and author of The Tax Guide for Traders, as he helps explain the difference between traders and investors come tax time. Mr. Green will focus on such topics as: what it takes to qualify as a trader rather than an investor; various deductions traders are allowed to take, especially if they work from a home office; the possible benefits/drawbacks of forming a trading entity, such as a general partnership or an LLC; and setting up a retirement plan--a difficult thing for traders, since trading produces income that is different from "traditional" income. Profitable traders as well as those who lost money in the markets may find this information helpful. Tax time can be stressful for everyone, but knowing some of these tips can help with your planning and ease your mind. Register |
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December 8, 2008 8:30 pm |
Why Do We Have Extreme Volatility? with Bob Lang – BigTrends We have not seen such elevated volatility in our history. Certainly the environment has become tricky and tough to trade. Bob Lang of BigTrends will talk about some of these historic readings, where they rank and some reasons for such numbers. He'll also handicap when the situation may be ripe for a turn. Register |
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December 9, 2008 1:00 pm |
Monthly Futures Outlook with Jim Wyckoff Jim Wyckoff employs basic fundamental and technical analysis as he leads a one-hour tour through the commodity markets. Jim’s straightforward style and easy-to-understand examples make this a great monthly primer on everything from Wheat to Gold to Crude Oil – for beginners and advanced traders alike. Register |
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December 9, 2008 2:00 pm |
How High Can US Dollar Go vs. Canadian? Steve Meizinger, Director of Education at the International Securities Exchange (ISE) will explain how to use FX Options for various currency market views, whether your view is up, down or even neutral. Steve will illustrate spread trading, some volatility trades, and even some hedging techniques. These options are cash-settled in U.S. dollars and may be traded through your optionsXpress brokerage account. Register |
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December 9, 2008 8:30 pm January 7, 2008 2:00 pm January 27, 2008 8:00 pm |
Options Pricing Steve Meizinger from the International Securities Exchange will explain options pricing and the fundamentals of determining the option price. Mr. Meizinger will discuss option premiums, time premium, option pricing models, and how volatility affects option pricing. Register 12/9 Register 1/7 Register 1/27 |
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December 15, 2008 8:30 pm |
2009 BigTrends Market Outlook with Price Headley – BigTrends Prepare for the year ahead as Price Headley surveys all the important trends that will affect the broad markets. Also, Price will share his favorite bullish and bearish sectors for the new year as well. Register |
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December 16, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) |
Volatility and Its Importance to Options Traders Steve Meizinger, special guest from the International Securities Exchange, will define volatility and how changes in market conditions can change volatility and may ultimately affect option pricing. Register |
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December 16, 2008 1:00 pm |
Dan Sheridan's Guide to Price Entry: How to Work Orders Between the Market Dan Sheridan, 23 year veteran Pit Trader will help show you how to select entry prices for your retail trades. Dan was on the opposite end of your trades for many years and will give you many practical pricing tips to consider before entering an option trade. Register |
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December 16, 2008 4:30 pm |
Single Stock Futures and the New SSF Calculator Using OneChicago's website calculator compare your cost when trading stock on margin with that of using Single Stock Futures. Learn how to use OneChicago's new and improved calculator to determine which makes more sense -- trading stock on margin or using Single Stock Futures. Register Futures on Single Stocks, ETFs and Sector Indexes use a greater degree of leverage and involve high degree of risk. Please read Risk Disclosure Statement for Security Futures Contracts available by calling (888) 280-8020. |
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December 2, 2008 7:30 am (Morning Class) January 21, 2008 1:00 pm January 27, 2008 7:30 am |
Managing Volatility Risk Around Earnings Announcements Learn more about the option "Greeks" with special emphasis on Vega and Volatility when trading options just prior to earnings announcements. Register 12/2 Register 1/21 Register 1/27 |
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January 27, 2008 2:00 am |
Trading Calendar Spreads Learn more about calendar spreads, also known as horizontal spreads, which may benefit when the underlying is range bound in the shorter-term, but bullish or bearish long-term. Profit and loss graphs and risks associated with this strategy will be explained. Register |
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January 8, 2008 4:30 pm |
Compare Trading Stock on Margin to Using Single Stock Futures Using the OneChicago website calculator, compare your cost when trading stock on margin with that of using Single Stock Futures. Learn how to use the new and improved calculator to determine which makes more sense -- trading stock on margin or using Single Stock Futures. Register Futures on Single Stocks, ETFs and Sector Indexes use a greater degree of leverage and involve high degree of risk. Please read Risk Disclosure Statement for Security Futures Contracts available by calling (888) 280-8020. |
Futures involve substantial risk and are not appropriate for all investors. Please read Risk Disclosure Statement for Futures and Options prior to applying for an account.
Investments using a straddle or strangle options strategy potential loss is unlimited. Multi-leg option strategies are subject to multiple commissions. Profits may be eroded by the commission expended to open and close the positions and other risks apply.
Access to the above events is provided for educational and informational purposes only. optionsXpress is not affiliated with, sponsors, is sponsored by, endorses, or is endorsed by the above mentioned guest speakers or cooperative events and the commentary and opinions expressed at, by or through the above mentioned guest speakers or cooperative events are solely their own. No information provided by the guest speakers or cooperative events has been approved or endorsed by optionsXpress and does not constitute a recommendation by optionsXpress to buy or sell a particular investment. You are solely responsible for your investment decisions, and optionsXpress makes no investment recommendations and does not provide financial, tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax consultant prior to making any investment that may impact your tax situation.
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