In this Options 101 for layman, we will start with very simplified concept then slowly build up the concept, and then discuss some very basic option strategy you can apply immediately. This 101 only covers the very basics, so that you can get started with options. For more advance stuff, more Explained Simply posts will be coming
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In options trading, we first need to understand 2 fundamental concepts for options. Which is CALL option and PUT option...

Manufacturing activity in New York state held steady in July after an uptick last month, data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York showed Monday. The New York Fed said its general business conditions index fell to 1.1 in July after surging to 6.6 in June, although a positive reading still indicates growth. Economists had expected the index to drop to zero. The index for future business conditions fell to 14.3 in July from...

The Government has raised the land supply for private housing on the confirmed list under the Government Land Sales (GLS) Programme for the second half of this year by 26% to 3050 units, including the first sale site located in the Marina South preinct.
The confirmed list comfirmed list comprises five private residential sites, including one executive condominum (EC) site, and one commercial a...

Why do women invest?
1. To gain time freedom. Women held many responsibilities as a mother, sibling, career woman, caregiver. Most of the time, 24 hours is insufficient and we feel constantly tired. Investing gives us hope to get out of the rat race and spend time with family and do what we love to do.
2. To have options. Do you lack of courage or money to pursue your dreams? In reality, both are lacking. Investing allows us to dream again.
3. To retire with peace. Are you const...