DedicationContentsAcknowledgmentsAbout the AuthorExecutive SummaryPrefaceChapter 1. Introduction to OptionsCriteria for Successful InvestingRisk Profile ChartsThe Definition of an OptionThe Valuation of OptionsIntrinsic and Time Value for CallsIntrinsic and Time Value for PutsThe Seven Factors that Influence an Option's PremiumRisk Profile Charts for Call OptionsRisk Profile Charts for Put OptionsMemory Tips for Long and Short Calls and PutsBasic Risk Profiles SummaryChapter 1 Major Learning PointsChapter 2. Into the MarketplaceHow to Read Option PricesOption ContractsOption ExchangesOption Expiration DatesExercise PricesOption Ticker SymbolsMarginPlacing Your Trade OrderTypes of Order in the MarketTime Limits with Trade OrdersAlways Have a STOP in Mind Whenever You Make a TradeTrading TipsLeverage and GearingA Brief Introduction to Delta (Hedge Ratio)Chapter 2 Major Learning PointsChapter 3. The Basics of Fundamental AnalysisPast History and ManagementNews and ResultsSentiment and ExpectationsThe Wider EconomyEconomic Indicators to Watch (USA Only)BondsSupply and DemandCorporate FundamentalsKey Financial TermsKey Financial Figures and RatiosSearch Criteria and Screening Filters for FundamentalsCommon Sense and Being AlertChapter 3 Major Learning PointsChapter 4. The Basics of Technical AnalysisThree Ways to View Price PatternsBasic Chart PatternsSupport and ResistanceDouble and Triple Tops and BottomsHead and ShouldersReverse Head and ShouldersConsolidations—Pennants, Triangles, and WedgesFibonacci RetracementsElliott WaveGann LevelsGapsVolumeTechnical Analysis IndicatorsMoving AveragesMoving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD)StochasticsThe Relative Strength Index (RSI)Different Time FramesMore Technical Analysis TerminologyChapter 4 Major Learning PointsChapter 5. Two Popular Strategies and How to Improve ThemThe Synthetic CallThe Covered Call (Covered Write or Buy Write)The Collar (or Protected Buy-Write)Chapter 5 Major Learning PointsChapter 6. An Introduction to the GreeksThe GreeksDelta ΔGamma ΓTheta θ