A collar strategy is an options trading strategy that involves holding a long position in an underlying asset while simultaneously buying a protective put option and selling a covered call option.

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AMD stands out as a strong candidate for a collar strategy, offering solid fundamentals, technical momentum, and a compelling risk/reward setup in today's market. By using a collar (buying shares, ...

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To manage the latest bout of market volatility, consider adding an option collar strategy to help limit a portfolio's downside. For the truly option-phobic adviser, don't worry — collar strategies are ...

I'm not a silver bull, but current technicals show a compelling breakout, making this a trade setup rather than a long-term investment. I'm using the iShares Silver Trust ETF for liquidity and options ...

Discover how a fence options strategy can shield your investments from price declines while balancing potential profits.

What do you get when you take the option collar, the options strategy I write about regularly for Barchart, and remove the covered call, arguably the least important yet most popular piece? The answer ...