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What Is the Concept of Leverage in Options Trading?

Leverage in options trading is the ability to control a large amount of the underlying asset with a relatively small amount of capital (the option premium). This magnifies both potential profits and losses compared to buying the underlying asset directly.

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Define the Concept of “Leverage” as It Applies to Options Trading
What Is “Leverage” in the Context of Both Options and Futures?
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