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Understanding Moneyness in Options Trading

Ruben Leija

Have you ever wondered what makes one option more valuable than another—even when they’re on the same stock? A lot of it comes down to something called moneyness. Let’s break it down in a simple way. What is Moneyness? Moneyness tells you how an option’s strike price compares to the current stock price. In other […]

How To Know What Strikes Are Magnets Vs Repellents

Ruben Leija

Have you ever wondered what makes stock prices move up or down—besides just news or earnings? A lot of it has to do with how big players in the market (like dealers and market makers) manage risk using options. One of the most powerful tools to understand this is something called VEX, short for Vanna […]

How the Gamma Profile Tells You When to Day Trade vs. Swing Trade

Ruben Leija

Have you ever asked yourself: “Should I day trade today or hold onto a swing trade?” It’s a common question for traders. Luckily, Gextron makes it easier to find the answer using something called the Gamma Profile. What Is the Gamma Profile? The Gamma Profile is a chart that helps traders understand how market makers […]

How to Trade Using Gamma Exposure: A Simple Guide for Smarter Entries and Exits

Ruben Leija

Gamma Exposure might sound complex, but it’s actually a powerful way to identify where institutional money is placing its bets in the options market. Let’s break it down: What is Gamma Exposure? When traders buy and sell options, market makers take the opposite side of those trades. Their role is to provide liquidity and hedge […]