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Options Playbook Radio


Welcome to Options Playbook Radio - the program where we break down cutting edge options strategies and explain how you can incorporate them into your own portfolio.

Feb 5, 2015

Options Playbook Radio 46: Paper Trade for ABX Earnings

In this episode, we are covering a specific paper trade strategy around an earnings report.  It will be a long calendar spread with calls, which is on page 90. You can also find it on OptionsPlaybook.com.  You can also learn about long calendar spreads in Options Playbook Radio episode 37.

Today, Brian discusses:

  • The forecast based on the chart
  • The chains for selecting the paper trade
  • Volatility of ABX
  • 52-week history of ABX, and dividend
  • Selecting the right options, and don’t forget weekly options
  • What to keep in mind when trading around earnings
  • Looking at various scenarios
  • And more