Learn about options

Get ready to take your options trading to a new level. Whether you're just starting out or are a more advanced trader, Fidelity has different learning paths to help you get where you want to be. Webinar, video or article, you choose how you want to learn.

Options in today's market

Staying up to date with options topics during uncertain times can go a long way toward helping make you feel more comfortable. Explore our timely thought leadership and insights.

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Coronavirus: Trading an uncertain market

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Basics of options

Embarking on options trading with confidence is important. Create a foundation by learning about the basics, using calls, picking expiration dates, and more.


Choosing an options strategy

Empowering yourself with a solid strategy can help make investing easier. Get tips, including 5 steps to guide your research, 7 common mistakes to avoid, and information on strike prices in your strategy.


Getting started with covered calls

Delving into covered calls can help you better understand if this strategy makes sense for you. Learn what they are, how they can be used for income, how to sell them, and tax implications.


Strategies for a bearish outlook

Protecting your portfolio in a bear market is often top of mind. Learn about using put/call spreads, selling naked calls, and creating strategies as you try to maintain a well-diversified portfolio.

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Strategies for a bullish outlook

Taking advantage of a bull market is a common objective. Gain greater insights into covered calls, spreads, and other strategies that may be able to help you during these times.


Strategies for a neutral outlook

Deciding when to start investing in options is not always an easy decision. See covered call options, cash covered puts, and other more advanced strategies to help you in a neutral market.


Managing options positions

Understanding how to manage a trade and positions can help you make the most of options. Learn about strategies, option Greeks, the impact of dividends, and contract adjustments.