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Does Theta Benefit the Buyer or the Seller of an Option?

Theta, or time decay, is a direct benefit to the seller (writer) of an option. The seller profits as the option loses value over time, aiming for it to expire worthless.

Conversely, Theta is a constant cost and detriment to the buyer of an option, as the option's value steadily decreases every day, all else being equal.

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