Futures and Options Overview

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What type of option gives the buyer the right to sell the underlying asset?

  • American Option
  • Put Option (correct)
  • European Option
  • Call Option

In a European option, the buyer can exercise the option any time before the expiration date.

False (B)

What is the non-refundable price paid by the buyer to purchase an option called?

Option Premium

In options trading, the seller faces a potential _____ cash flow if the buyer decides to exercise the option.

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Match the following types of options with their characteristics:

<p>Call Option = Right to buy the underlying asset Put Option = Right to sell the underlying asset European Option = Can only be exercised at expiration American Option = Can be exercised at any time before expiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about options is true?

<p>Options are contingent contracts, meaning their execution depends on the buyer's decision. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The total cash flow for a buyer of an option is dependent solely on whether the option is exercised.

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Explain the term 'zero-sum game' in the context of trading options.

<p>In trading options, the gains of one party (e.g., the buyer) equal the losses of another party (e.g., the seller), making it a zero-sum game.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cash flow for Ajay if he exercises the call option and the stock price (ST) is 85?

<p>$8000 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ajay can incur a negative cash flow when exercising his option.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum profit for the seller of an option?

<p>The option premium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If Ajay buys a put option at 70 per share, his maximum loss is the premium of _____ per share.

<p>80 paise</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Put Option = Gives the holder the right to sell an asset Call Option = Gives the holder the right to buy an asset European Option = Can be exercised only at expiration Cash Flow = The net amount of cash being transferred</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the stock price (ST) is 60 three months hence?

<p>Ajay incurs a loss of $1000. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A call option is exercised when ST < X.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cash flow for Vijay if Ajay exercises the put option at a share price of 60?

<p>-$1400</p> Signup and view all the answers

When will a call option typically be exercised?

<p>When the market price is greater than the exercise price (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A put option will always be exercised if the market price is lower than the exercise price.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for profit calculation for put option holders?

<p>Profit = 100<em>max[0,X-ST] - 100</em>p</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a zero-sum game, the gain of one party is equal to the ______ of another.

<p>loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the option types with their definitions:

<p>Call Option = Gives the holder the right to buy the underlying asset Put Option = Gives the holder the right to sell the underlying asset European Option = Can only be exercised at expiration American Option = Can be exercised any time before expiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement describes the profit for put option writers?

<p>Profit = 100<em>min[0,ST-X] + 100</em>p (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A profit of 100*max[0,X-ST] means the option holder is in a losing position.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of OTC contracts?

<p>They can have any size, exercise price, and expiration date if agreed upon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In India, options typically expire on the ______ of the month.

<p>last Friday</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a holder of a call option exercises it when ST = 70.45 and X = 70?

<p>They will incur a loss of 35. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sunk costs should be considered when making investment decisions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do call option holders receive if they exercise their option?

<p>The right to purchase the underlying asset at the exercise price.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Options trading results in wealth ______ from one party to another.

<p>transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the term with its description:

<p>In the Money = Market price &gt; Strike price At the Money = Market price = Strike price Out of the Money = Market price &lt; Strike price Exercise Price = Price at which the option can be exercised</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Option

A contract giving the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset at a specific price (strike price) on or before a specific date (expiration date).

Option Premium

The price the buyer pays to purchase an option.

Strike Price

The price at which the underlying asset can be bought or sold if the option is exercised.

Call Option

An option that gives the buyer the right to buy the underlying asset at the strike price.

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Put Option

An option that gives the buyer the right to sell the underlying asset at the strike price.

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European Option

An option that can only be exercised on its expiration date.

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American Option

An option that can be exercised any time between purchase and expiration date.

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Futures Contract

A contract obligating the buyer and seller to carry out a transaction at a specific future date.

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Call Option Exercise

A call option is exercised if the underlying asset's price (ST) is greater than the strike price (X).

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Call Option Cash Flow (Ajay)

If exercised, the cash flow is 100*(ST-X). If not exercised, the cash flow is -80

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Put Option Definition

A put option is the right, but not the obligation, to sell an underlying security at an agreed-upon price (the strike price).

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Put Option Profit/Loss (Ajay)

If exercised then CF = 100*(X- ST) or else loss = -80

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Premium (Options)

The price paid for an option; maximum loss for the buyer, maximum profit for the seller.

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Strike Price (X)

The price at which the underlying asset can be bought or sold in an option.

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Cash Flow for Option Seller (Vijay)

If the option is exercised, the cash flow is -100*(ST-X)+80. If not exercised, the profit is 80

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Put Option Exercise

A put option is exercised when the spot price (ST) is lower than the exercise price (X).

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Option Payoff (Put)

100 * max(0, X - ST). The payoff is zero if the option isn't exercised and 100 times the difference if it is.

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Option Payoff (Call)

100 * max(0, ST - X).

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Put Seller Profit

100 * min(0, ST-X) + premium received

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Call Seller Profit

100 * min(0, X-ST) + premium received

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In-the-money (ITM)

An option is ITM if exercising it is profitable.

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Out-of-the-money (OTM)

An option for which exercising would lead to a loss.

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At-the-money (ATM)

An option with a spot price equal to the exercise price.

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Sunk Cost

Costs already incurred that cannot be recovered.

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Forward Contract

An OTC contract to buy or sell an asset at a future date.

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Option Contract Size

The number of underlying assets per option contract.

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Option Expiration Date

The date on which an option contract ceases to be valid.

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Study Notes

Futures and Options

  • Options and futures both have expiration dates. After this date, the contract is void.
  • Options contracts are contingent while futures are commitment contracts. Options give the buyer a right, not an obligation, to act on the contract. Futures contracts obligate both parties to complete the transaction.
  • Options can be calls (right to buy) or puts (right to sell).
  • European options can only be exercised at expiration.
  • American options can be exercised at any time up to the expiration date.
  • The option price, or premium, is the price paid by the buyer to the seller.
  • Exercising a call option results in a profit for the buyer and a loss for the seller. Profits/losses are zero if the option isn't exercised.
  • Options are similar to insurance; the premium is a non-refundable payment.
  • Strike price, or exercise price, is the price an asset will be sold or bought at if the call or put is exercised.

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