Tools & Literature
Pricing Calculators
Our basics and advanced calculators allow you to input the various theoretical components of an options price. This can help you better understand how, as these components change, the theoretical price of the option may react.
An Investor’s Guide to Trading Options
This guide is designed primarily for investors who trade equities but have not added options to their portfolios, those who trade options occasionally, and brokers who want to demystify options for their clients or colleagues.
Position Simulator
Using your own sample data the Position Simulator allows you to view the effects of numerous strategies under simulated market conditions. Adjust volatility, expiration dates, and other factors to view results in real time.
It’s Good to Have Options
A FREE interactive DVD that introduces investors to exchanged-listed options.
Strategy Screener
This tool provides characteristic comparisons of over two dozen options strategies, all on an easy to read grid. Learn about the long-term outlook of a Covered Call or a Protective Put, and view net position graphs for each strategy.
Market Data
Get the latest volume stats, settlements and contract adjustments via the OCC.
Options Quiz
Test your knowledge in our interactive Options Quiz and send and receive certificates of completion via email. Hundreds of questions in several modules will test your knowledge from basic topics such as Contract Adjustments and LEAPs, to advanced strategies and Options Pricing.
Bookstore
Round out your studies with some investment books from our store.
Options Investigator Software
A comprehensive options learning tool. Whether you’re a novice or advanced investor, this comprehensive software will get you focused on options.
Glossary
From adjustments to volatility, we spell it out in simple english.
Email Alerts
Email Alerts are a free service that provides investors with options related information.
Brochures & Literature
Browse through our selection of dozens of documents of strategy guides, quick guides, brochures and online newsletter archives.
 |
Confused? Have a question? If you’re having trouble grasping a concept or if this page doesn’t answer a question, feel free to call 1-888-OPTIONS (between 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST), or email options@theocc.com to ask your question. You may also visit our Help Center for more information. |