Basic Option Volatility Strategies / Mastering Option Trading Volatility Strategies

In this book/DVD set, renowned options expert Sheldon Natenberg provides a powerful, non-technical, step-by-step approach for understanding why and how volatility plays such a critical role in options trading. He explains the strengths and weaknesses of option models; the vital part probability plays in estimating option prices; and the difference between historical volatility, future volatility and implied volatility. - and the function of each. Develop insight into why the perception of volatility is a more influential factor than actual market direction in option pricing. Become acquainted with the steps needed to analyze and trade options the way the pros do - by mastering key volatility techniques. In addition, Natenberg explains:

· The basis of implied volatility and how it is calculated.
· The importance of dynamic hedging through delta neutral positions.
· The assumptions driving an options pricing model.
· How to compare price to value.
· How option trading decisions begin by comparing implied volatility to future

With the book, DVD, and a complete online support manual, this package is a valuable primer for mastering this all-important element of options trading.

Sheldon Natenberg is one of the most sought-after speakers on the topic of option trading and volatility strategies. As a speaker and Director for Chicago Trading Company, Natenberg has helped many of the world’s top institutional investors, mutual fund managers, and brokerage analysts better understand volatility and utilize it in valuing and pricing options of all types. He is the author of Option Volatility and Pricing: Advanced Trading Strategies and Techniques, widely considered to be the finest book ever written on the subject. First published in 1988, and revised in 1994, the book established Sheldon as one of the world’s most acclaimed authorities on volatility and its impact on pricing and tracing strategies—a reputation he has continued to build ever since.