What is option chain ?
OPTION CHAIN. An option chain is a table that displays all available options contracts for a particular underlying asset (such as a stock, ETF, or index), for a given expiration date. It helps traders and investors analyze and choose which options to buy or sell. Key Components of an Option Chain: Calls and Puts : Call Options : The right to buy the underlying asset at a specific price. Put Options : The right to sell the underlying asset at a specific price. Strike Price : The price at which the underlying asset can be bought (call) or sold (put). Expiration Date : The date the option contract expires. After this date, the option becomes worthless if not exercised. Last Price : The most recent trade price of the option. Bid and Ask : Bid : The highest price a buyer is willing to pay. Ask : The lowest price a seller is asking. The difference is called the spread . Open Interest : The total number of outstanding (not yet closed or exer...