Options Explained Simply: A Step-by-Step Guide to Options and Futures from First Principles - Softcover
Synopsis
Q: You buy an ATM European option. The spot fluctuates but ends at strike. How can you profit?
Q: When would you early-exercise an option?
Q: Do professional traders buy calls because they expect the stock price to rise?
Still struggling to understand options? You're not alone.
If you’ve ever tried to learn options and felt overwhelmed by complex formulas or books that assume too much, this book is for you.
Options Explained Simply is a clear introduction to options, futures, and derivatives, built from first principles using plain English, simple mathematics, and real-world examples. You’ll develop an intuitive understanding of how these instruments work — and why they have value.
No advanced maths.
No abstract theory.
No prior finance background required.
Just explanations that make options finally click.
Inside this book, you’ll learn:
• What options and futures really are
• Why derivatives have value
• How markets, risk, and uncertainty interact
• How option prices respond to changing conditions
• The core ideas behind professional derivatives thinking
This fourth edition includes a new chapter on Gamma, one of the most important concepts in options trading.
About the Author
Balbinder Chagger has over fourteen years of professional experience working with derivatives in international investment banks and is a qualified secondary-school mathematics teacher.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for Options Explained Simply: A Step-by-Step Guide to Options...
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply: A Step-by-Step Guide to Options and Futures from First Principles
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 53675107-n
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply: A Step-by-Step Guide to Options and Futures from First Principles
Print on DemandSeller: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Print on Demand. Seller Inventory # I-9798248572717
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply: A Step-by-Step Guide to Options and Futures from First Principles
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 53675107
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply (Paperback)
Print on DemandSeller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Struggling to understand options?If you've ever tried to learn options and felt overwhelmed by complex formulas or books that assume too much, this book is for you. Options Explained Simply is a clear introduction to options, futures, and derivatives, built from first principles using plain English, simple mathematics, and real-world examples. You'll develop an intuitive understanding of how these instruments work - and why they have value. No advanced maths.No abstract theory.No prior finance background required.Just explanations that make options finally click. Inside this book, you'll learn: - What options and futures really are- Why derivatives have value- How markets, risk, and uncertainty interact- How option prices respond to changing conditions- The core ideas behind professional derivatives thinking This fourth edition includes a new chapter on Gamma, one of the most important concepts in options trading. About the AuthorBalbinder Chagger has over fourteen years of professional experience working with derivatives in international investment banks and is a qualified secondary-school mathematics teacher. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798248572717
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply
Print on DemandSeller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L0-9798248572717
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply
Print on DemandSeller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L0-9798248572717
Buy New
US$ 43.56
US$ 5.59 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply: A Step-by-Step Guide to Options and Futures from First Principles
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 53675107-n
Buy New
US$ 43.55
US$ 20.16 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply: A Step-by-Step Guide to Options and Futures from First Principles
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 53675107
Buy Used
US$ 43.83
US$ 20.16 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Options Explained Simply (Paperback)
Print on DemandSeller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Struggling to understand options?If you've ever tried to learn options and felt overwhelmed by complex formulas or books that assume too much, this book is for you. Options Explained Simply is a clear introduction to options, futures, and derivatives, built from first principles using plain English, simple mathematics, and real-world examples. You'll develop an intuitive understanding of how these instruments work - and why they have value. No advanced maths.No abstract theory.No prior finance background required.Just explanations that make options finally click. Inside this book, you'll learn: - What options and futures really are- Why derivatives have value- How markets, risk, and uncertainty interact- How option prices respond to changing conditions- The core ideas behind professional derivatives thinking This fourth edition includes a new chapter on Gamma, one of the most important concepts in options trading. About the AuthorBalbinder Chagger has over fourteen years of professional experience working with derivatives in international investment banks and is a qualified secondary-school mathematics teacher. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798248572717
Buy New
US$ 49.12
US$ 49.73 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available