What is an options contract?

An options contract is a financial contract between a buyer and a seller in which the two parties agree to trade an underlying asset. We'll break down the formula and help you calculate options using our MarketBeat calculator. Read through some examples of calculating options and learn our options calculator terminology.

What fields do I need to use my options contract?

All fields are required except for the stock symbol. Each option contract gives you access to 100 shares. Options Type - Select call to use it as a call option calculator or put to use it as a put option calculator. Stock Symbol - The stock symbol that you purchased your options contract with. This is an optional field.

How do I calculate a profit from an option trade?

Use the TipRanks Options Profit Calculator to estimate your potential profit or loss from an options trade. Simply enter the type of option, strike price, expiration date, and current market price of the underlying asset. Each contract is 100 shares.