Stock Options Explained

Correction: At 4:20, the graph in the top left-hand corner is slightly off; for total return, the curve should not intercept at (30,0), but rather should be shifted slightly to the left so that the bend in the line occurs at (30,-2). Sorry for the blunder.Option Pricing Factors:- Underlying stock price (higher = higher call premium, lower put premium)- Underlying stock price volatility [expected] (higher = higher option premium)- Underlying stock dividends (higher = lower call premium, higher put premium)- Option's strike price (higher = lower call premium, higher put premium)- Time until expiration (longer = higher option premium)- Interest rates (higher = higher call premium, lower put premium)Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-musicEpisode Music: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Podington_Bear/DISCLAIMER:This channel is for education purposes only and is not affiliated with any financial institution. Richard Coffin is not registered to provide investment advice and as such does not provide recommendations on The Plain Bagel - those looking for investment advice should seek out a registered professional. Richard is not responsible for investment actions taken by viewers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices