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The Complete Guide to Option Selling (3rd ed.)

James Cordier; Michael Gross

IntermediateOption sellingDerivatives & futuresRisk management

Our verdict

James Cordier founded OptionSellers.com, a firm that managed option-selling portfolios for clients, where Michael Gross was director of research. The book explains how option selling works, including on futures, and covers its risks. For intermediate readers who want to understand premium selling before attempting it.

Who it's for

  • Intermediate readers interested in Option selling and Derivatives & futures.
  • Traders building a shelf around income / selling premium.

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