How to Trade Target

How to Trade Target

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The video discusses the tail end of the earnings season, focusing on Target's upcoming report. Analysts expect solid earnings and a positive outlook for Target, with a focus on store traffic. The video explains a risk reversal strategy involving selling puts and buying calls, specifically for Target, to capitalize on its stock valuation and volatility. The strategy involves selling a 62.5 put and buying an 85 strike call, aiming for a potential breakout above the all-time high.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relative valuation of Target's stock compared to Walmart?

Target and Walmart have the same valuation

Target's valuation is not mentioned

Target is less expensive than Walmart

Target is more expensive than Walmart

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'implied volatility' refer to in the context of the market environment?

The actual price movement of a stock

The historical volatility of a stock

The dividend yield of a stock

The expected future volatility of a stock's price

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a risk reversal strategy?

Buying a put and selling a call

Buying a stock and selling it immediately

Holding a stock without any options

Selling a put and buying a call

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the example provided, what is the significance of the 85 strike call?

It is the average price of the stock

It is the lowest price the stock has reached

It is the all-time high for the stock

It is the current stock price

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the range between the put and call considered wide in this strategy?

Because the stock price is very volatile

Because it represents the current market environment

Because the options are very cheap

Because the stock is expected to remain stable