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What happens when a call option goes below the strike price?
When the stock trades at the strike price, the call option is “at the money.” If the stock trades below the strike price, the call is “out of the money” and the option expires worthless. Then the call seller keeps the premium paid for the call while the buyer loses the entire investment.
Can you buy a call at a strike price lower than the current stock value?
A call option is in the money (ITM) when the underlying security’s current market price is higher than the call option’s strike price. Once a call option goes into the money, it is possible to exercise the option to buy a security for less than the current market price.
What decreases the value of a call option?
Factors that increase and decrease the value of a call option: -The value of a call option increases as the current stock price, the time to expiration, the volatility, and the risk-free interest rate increases. -The value of a call option decreases as the strike price and expected dividends increases.
Which option is better ITM or OTM?
Because ITM options have intrinsic value and are priced higher than OTM options in the same chain, and can be immediately exercised. OTM are nearly always less costly than ITM options, which makes them more desirable to traders with smaller amounts of capital.
What are the factors that affect options pricing?
Basics of Option Pricing Options traders must deal with three shifting parameters that affect the price: the price of the underlying security, time, and volatility. Changes in any or all of these variables affect the option’s value.
Which of the following factors cause a decrease in call option price?
Effect of market factors on call option price and put option price
| Factors Affecting Option Premium | Effect on Call Option Price/Premium |
|---|---|
| Increase in intrinsic value | Decrease |
| Increase in Time Value | Increase |
| Increase in Volatility | Increase |
| Increase in Interest rates | Increase |