Volatility & Direction | Long Options | Ben Watson | 7-14-26

Long Options | Ben Watson | 7-14-26 Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options. https://bit.ly/2v9tH6D In this class, we discuss the differences between average Implied Volatility and Equal Weighted Implied Volatility, and we examine examples from both low and high IV. Illustrative examples are created in the thinkorswim Desktop paperMoney platform. When might it make sense for options traders to be an option buyer? Join your education coach to discover techniques to help minimize the impact of time decay and to potentially take advantage of buying call or put options.  (1023-3KVR) Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Please read the Options Disclosure Document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options" before considering any option transaction. New to thinkorswim?? You can book a 1:1 appointment with a specialist & it's FREE. Here's the link: https://bit.ly/3Pa5wzo Please subscribe to the TRADER TALKS on YouTube: Here's the link to the new Schwab coaching calendar: https://www.schwab.com/coaching Long Options Webcast Playlist: http://tinyurl.com/2famnfmk NOTE: Scripts are for educational purposes only, are not a recommendation, and are not guaranteed for time or accuracy. They are also case sensitive. Referenced Webcast for Custom Template: Creature of Habit? Create An Exit Template: https://youtube.com/live/b1oQCVSN5SY Previous Webcasts: Don't Just Enter. Plan Your Exit: https://youtube.com/live/J_hS7dcrkqI Is Your Reward Worth Your Risk: https://youtube.com/live/TtRt_iuK4Xw Scripts: 1 MO RET: http://tos.mx/3wavTZJ 3 MO RET: http://tos.mx/lJuCRNV BREAKOUTS: http://tos.mx/!o9Pblidb CAHOLD/CBLOHD: http://tos.mx/!MqtCL3JJ 10EMA/30 SMA: http://tos.mx/!rJLqOgIH NOTE: Scripts are for educational purposes only, are not a recommendation, and are not guaranteed for time or accuracy. They are also case sensitive. #TraderTalks #SchwabCoaching #LongCalls #BenWatson