Introduction to Theta in Options Trading Theta, commonly referred to in the world of finance as the time decay of an option, represents the rate at which an option loses value as time passes, assuming all other factors remain constant. As one of the Greek letters used in the financial sector, Theta plays an instrumental

Welcome to part 2 of our examination of Trading Psychology! Part one discusses “the big four”: Fear, Hope, Greed, and Regret and how they can affect your trading. It also discusses the basics of what trading psychology, and psychology, is. If you are brand new to this subject, begin with that article. Also be aware

TRADING PSYCHOLOGY – PART 1If you have been trading for any amount of time at all, it is certain you have at least heard of the term Trading Psychology. Even more, you have likely heard of its importance. We at BlackBoxStocks are in full agreement that this psychological element is one of the toughest aspects

Volatility is often synonymous with risk for many traders, but when properly harnessed, it can lead to profitable opportunities. One such opportunity presents itself during the earnings season where the focus shifts from market direction to market volatility. Let’s dive deeper into a popular volatility-focused trading strategy: the Options Straddle Strategy. Exploring Volatility-Based Trading Strategies

BlackBoxStocks presents the most robust market scanners in the trading sphere, designed to help the retail trader. These tools, which include premarket, market, and post-market stock scanners, provide the critical data you need to formulate informed trading hypotheses. This article will highlight how these scanners can boost both your intraday trades and your long-term investment