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In this tutorial, you'll learn to identify and use some of your trading strategy's most popular charting timeframes.
This tutorial will explain how traders use Level 2 market data to determine if a stock is bullish or bearish and more.
This tutorial will explain how to know if a stock is marginable and help you understand buying power and leverage.
This tutorial will explain the Short Sale Restriction (SSR) rule and take you through some trading examples.
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Options trading academy
Options traders of all experience levels can benefit from the wealth of educational resources available to trade options.
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Options traders of all experience levels can benefit from the wealth of educational resources to trade options.
Options strategies
Here you will learn about some of the most popular options strategies to help you manage risk and optimize profits.
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Browse our short videos to learn how to apply options trading strategies effectively to meet your trading goals.
Options trading tips
Learn more about options trading basics and advanced concepts to help you make more informed decisions.
Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before engaging in any options trading strategies. Options transactions are often complex and may involve the potential of losing the entire investment in a relatively short period of time. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount. Options trading subject to eligibility requirements.
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Evan Berryman 4 May 2025
For active traders, technical analysis is an indispensable tool. Among the plethora of indicators available are Bollinger Bands. Developed by legendary technical analyst John Bollinger, Bollinger Bands are more than just lines on a chart; they are a statistical tool that visualizes price action relative to its recent average and typical volatility. Understanding their construction and behavior is key to unlocking their full potential.
Evan Berryman 5 May 2025
Active traders are bracing for a condensed yet highly impactful week ahead, with the U.S. markets observing the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 26. The subsequent four days will be densely packed with crucial earnings releases from market bellwethers and influential players across various sectors, alongside a slate of significant macroeconomic data releases. This confluence of company-specific news and broader economic indicators is poised to inject considerable volatility and present numerous trading opportunities.
Evan Berryman 5 May 2025
For active traders, understanding the nuances behind scheduled market events is paramount. This coming week, of, May 19th, 2025, is packed with critical earnings reports from major companies including Home Depot, Target, Intuit, and more. There are also significant macroeconomic data releases that could fuel volatility and create compelling trading opportunities.
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Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all investors. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk. Before trading options, please read Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options
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