Stock options often confuse new investors, but let’s simplify. An option is the right to buy or sell a stock at a predetermined price within a specific timeframe. Imagine putting down an earnest money deposit on a house. If the house value rises, your contract becomes profitable, and you can sell it at a higher price without ever owning the property. Options work similarly; you control stocks at a fraction of the cost, potentially making profits from price increases without owning the stock itself.
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