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New Jersey - Chicago
Joined January 2009
Zero days to expiration. What changes? See how Delta, Gamma and Theta can shift as same-day options near expiration. Live with Lightspeed and Cboe, Nov 19, 4:30 PM ET. lightspeed.com/webinar/live-… Options trading entails significant risk. #0DTE #OptionsTrading
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Six sessions. One options education series. Lightspeed and Cboe's Elevate Your Options Trading covers fundamentals, strategies, risk management and trading technology, live and on demand. lightspeed.com/trader-educat… Options trading entails significant risk. #OptionsTrading
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The last price isn't always the available price. Overnight, a last-traded price shows what already happened. The current bid and ask show where trading is available now. Read more: lightspeed.com/active-tradin… #OvernightTrading #ActiveTrading
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Mini index options offer smaller notional exposure than standard-sized contracts. Explore how contract size can factor into position sizing and index exposure. lightspeed.com/active-tradin… #IndexOptions #OptionsTrading #TradingEducation
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Lightspeed Connect API continues to evolve! Explore expanded trading functionality and AI-ready documentation designed to support modern development workflows, including AI coding assistants and large language models. Discover what’s new with Lightspeed Connect API. Read the full announcement: lightspeed.com/about-us/news… #Lightspeed #APITrading #TradingTechnology #FintechNews
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Overnight trading can bring different liquidity, spreads and volatility than regular market hours. Learn how these conditions may affect order execution. lightspeed.com/active-tradin… #OvernightTrading #MarketLiquidity #ActiveTrading
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Index options and ETF options can differ in more than contract structure. Their tax treatment may also differ, making it another factor traders may want to understand when comparing the two. Explore Lightspeed’s overview. lightspeed.com/active-tradin… #IndexOptions #OptionsTrading #TradingEducation
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Intraday buying power and overnight margin aren’t the same thing. A position that meets intraday margin requirements may be subject to different requirements if held overnight. Understanding that distinction is an important part of managing account exposure. Learn more: lightspeed.com/active-tradin… #MarginTrading #RiskManagement #ActiveTrading
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Not all options contracts settle the same way. Understanding settlement style and how a contract is resolved at expiration is an important part of evaluating an options position. Explore Lightspeed’s guide to option settlement styles. lightspeed.com/active-tradin… #OptionsTrading #TradingEducation #ActiveTrading
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Eligible accounts can receive 40% off Lightspeed's base per-share commission rate, 3 months of Lightspeed Trader Pro at no cost, and unlimited prompts in the AI-powered research tool. Terms apply. lightspeed.com/lp/edge-40 #EDGE40 #ActiveTrading #LightspeedFinancial
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A trade idea is only one part of the process. Defined entry and exit criteria can help traders determine when a setup becomes actionable, how it will be managed, and when it no longer fits the original plan. Explore the updated Lightspeed resource on trade timing. lightspeed.com/active-tradin… #ActiveTrading #TradingEducation #TradeTiming
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Lightspeed Trader Pro supports customizable layouts and platform tools designed for active-trader workflows. Explore the platform and see how your trading screen can be organized around your process. lightspeed.com/trading-platf… #LightspeedTrader #ActiveTrading #TradingPlatform
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Sports sponsorship can create meaningful exposure to a team’s performance — both on and off the ice. CME FSPI NHL Team Index Futures offer a potential tool for managing financial exposure associated with NHL team performance. See how these contracts could fit into sponsorship and sports-related risk management strategies: lightspeed.com/trading/futur… #RiskManagement #SportsBusiness #NHL #Futures
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Whether you’re new to options or looking to strengthen your understanding, this webinar is for you. Learn how options work, explore common strategies, and gain insights into risk and reward considerations. Reserve your spot today: lightspeed.com/webinar/live-…
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Ready to build your options trading foundation? Join us on September 30 at 4:30 PM ET for a live webinar covering options fundamentals, risk management techniques, and beginner-friendly strategies designed to build your understanding of options trading. Register today: lightspeed.com/webinar/live-…
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Join us tomorrow September 2 at 4:30 PM ET for an introduction to the Sterling Trader Pro platform. Learn platform navigation, order entry, market data tools, risk management features, and best practices for getting started. Register today: lightspeed.com/webinar/live-…
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New to Sterling Trader Pro? Join our live webinar on September 2nd at 4:30 PM EST and learn the fundamentals of platform navigation, market data, order entry, and trade management. Register today: lightspeed.com/webinar/live-… #TradingPlatform #Lightspeed #SterlingTraderPro
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Active traders: what would you do with 50% of your commissions back? Eligible new Lightspeed customers can earn unlimited cash back through a 50% commission rebate during their first 3 months. Use promo code UNLIMITED26 and start trading with a platform built for serious traders. Terms apply. lightspeed.com/lp/unlimited-…
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Get started with Sterling Trader Pro®. Learn the basics of platform navigation, market data tools, order management, and more in our upcoming live webinar on September 2nd at 4:30 PM EST. Register today: lightspeed.com/webinar/live-… #TradingPlatform #Lightspeed #SterlingTraderPro
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