Upcoming Events

The first OIC webinar in August covers debit spread trades, which involve buying one option and simultaneously writing another that pays for part of the long option. But how are debit spreads constructed and why might an investor use them? On August 13, join a live presentation led by OIC instructor Mark Benzaquen who will discuss:  

• An Overview of Spread Trading 
• The Basics of Debit Spreads  
• Strike Selection  
• Bull Call vs Bear Put Spreads  

 Sign up now for the OIC debit spreads webinar. With registration also comes ongoing access to our full learning library, where a wide variety of option topics can be explored at any time.

On August 14, join OIC for a live, open forum Q&A session dedicated to answering your options-related questions. Whether you are new to options or want to take your knowledge to the next level, this is your chance to get clear, straightforward answers in a casual and interactive setting with OIC Instructors.

This session is participant-driven, so bring your questions and ask away – no question is too basic or too advanced. We hope to provide clarity on topics discussed in previous OIC webinars or to help you better understand the construction and risk profile of various option strategies.

Please note that OIC does not offer investment advice and may not be able to discuss certain topics. Don't miss out – this event will not be available on demand!

Following up on the debit spread overview, OIC completes the August webinar series with another presentation on spreads, this time on credit spreads. With a drastically different risk profile, short options positions might require a higher level of comfort. This free online session will review the basics of spreads and key aspects investors should understand about strategies that involve both short and long positions. The agenda will include:   

• Buying Protection to Manage Risk 
• The Impact of Greeks 
• Strike Selection 
• Assignment Risk 

Register today for the upcoming webinar on credit spreads. Plus, signing up will provide complete access to the entire OIC learning library, where all our option topics can be reviewed on demand.  

On August 21, join OIC for a live, open forum Q&A session dedicated to answering your options-related questions. Whether you are new to options or want to take your knowledge to the next level, this is your chance to get clear, straightforward answers in a casual and interactive setting with OIC Instructors.

This session is participant-driven, so bring your questions and ask away – no question is too basic or too advanced. We hope to provide clarity on topics discussed in previous OIC webinars or to help you better understand the construction and risk profile of various option strategies.

Please note that OIC does not offer investment advice and may not be able to discuss certain topics. Don't miss out – this event will not be available on demand!

The versatility of options can be demonstrated in many ways, and the first OIC webinar session on September 10 will explain the intricacies of diagonal spreads. With its unique structure, the exposure to Greeks, risk profile, and assignment considerations of diagonal spreads involve complexities that can be difficult to understand. OIC instructor Mat Cashman will break down the complexities and discuss these key takeaways:  

• Defined Risk with Fluid Profit Potential 
• Potentially Rolling the Short Option  
• Assignment Risk 
• Theta and Vega Exposure  

 Register today for this new OIC webinar on diagonals. Signing up for the event also grants attendees access to the on-demand learning library of past OIC instructor-led educational webinars.  

On September 11, join OIC for a live, open forum Q&A session dedicated to answering your options-related questions. Whether you are new to options or want to take your knowledge to the next level, this is your chance to get clear, straightforward answers in a casual and interactive setting with OIC Instructors.

This session is participant-driven, so bring your questions and ask away – no question is too basic or too advanced. We hope to provide clarity on topics discussed in previous OIC webinars or to help you better understand the construction and risk profile of various option strategies.

Please note that OIC does not offer investment advice and may not be able to discuss certain topics. Don't miss out – this event will not be available on demand!

OIC September webinars will conclude with an in-depth examination of the option calendar spread. When strategies involve multiple options, understanding an investor’s motivation and directional outlook can be complex. Add different expiration dates into the mix, and the analysis becomes even more challenging. Fortunately, OIC instructor Mat Cashman will provide a detailed presentation on the calendar spread that will feature topics such as: 

• Challenges associated with calculating risk and potential  reward  
• Time decay and IV - comparing the long and short term options 
• Monitoring the short option as expiration nears  

Sign up now for this OIC webinar on calendar spreads. Plus, registration unlocks the entire OIC options education learning library, where past instructional webinars can be visited any time on-demand.  

On September 18, join OIC for a live, open forum Q&A session dedicated to answering your options-related questions. Whether you are new to options or want to take your knowledge to the next level, this is your chance to get clear, straightforward answers in a casual and interactive setting with OIC Instructors.

This session is participant-driven, so bring your questions and ask away – no question is too basic or too advanced. We hope to provide clarity on topics discussed in previous OIC webinars or to help you better understand the construction and risk profile of various option strategies.

Please note that OIC does not offer investment advice and may not be able to discuss certain topics. Don't miss out – this event will not be available on demand!