An easy-to-read and authoritative collection of strategies, tools, and resources for new and experienced options traders
In the newly revised fifth edition of Options Trading For Dummies, experienced finance writer, investor, and money manager, Joe Duarte, walks you through practical and actionable strategies for traders seeking to boost their income while keeping risk in check. The book explains the most common kinds of options contracts and helps you select the options most suited to your financial situation, capabilities, and goals. It also shows you exactly how to deploy options contracts to help reduce the risk associated with your trades.
This plain-English resource for both beginning and advanced traders demystifies the world of options contracts and how to trade them. You'll learn about index, equity, and ETF options, as well as how to incorporate technical analysis to create a solid trading strategy. You'll also find:
Up-to-date info about covered calls, butterfly positions, and other return-enhancing techniques Strategies to protect your assets and avoid common mistakes and pitfalls experienced by many first-time traders Accessible explanations of the risk-reward structure of options trading
An exciting and easy-to-read resource for investors and traders at any skill level, Options Trading For Dummies is an insightful, comprehensive toolkit for anyone interested in using trading as a source of income.
By:
Joe Duarte
Imprint: Wiley
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 5th edition
Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 185mm,
Spine: 25mm
Weight: 544g
ISBN: 9781394377008
ISBN 10: 1394377002
Pages: 416
Publication Date: 30 January 2026
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Options Trading 7 Chapter 1: Options Trading and You, the Individual Investor 9 Chapter 2: Introducing Options 23 Chapter 3: Trading Places: Where the Action Happens 39 Chapter 4: Identifying Option Risks and Rewards. 59 Part 2: Evaluating Markets, Sectors, and Strategies 75 Chapter 5: Looking Inside the Algo-Controlled Market 77 Chapter 6: Sector Analysis: Technical and Fundamental 95 Chapter 7: Practicing Before You Swing 121 Chapter 8: Designing a Killer Trading Plan 141 Part 3: What Every Trader Needs to Know About Options 161 Chapter 9: Getting to Know Different Option Styles 163 Chapter 10: Protecting Your Portfolio with Options 185 Chapter 11: Increasing Profit Potential and Decreasing Risk 209 Chapter 12: Combination Strategies: Spreads and Other Twists and Turns 231 Chapter 13: Understanding ETFs, Options, and Other Useful Tricks 251 Part 4: Advanced Strategies for Options Traders 279 Chapter 14: Making Money without Worrying About the Market’s Direction 281 Chapter 15: Letting Volatility and Price Charts Show You the Way to Trading Opportunities 301 Chapter 16: Trading Profitably When Markets Move Sideways 331 Part 5: Part of Tens 359 Chapter 17: Ten Top Option Strategies 361 Chapter 18: Ten Dos and Don’ts in Options Trading 377 Index 389
Joe Duarte, MD is a financial writer, private investor and trader, and former money manager/president of River Willow Capital Management. In addition to Options Trading For Dummies, he is the author of Trading Futures For Dummies and Market Timing For Dummies.
