Options
This type of option increases in value when the price of the underlying asset declines.
Put
Short sellers profit when a stock's price does this
Decreases
The process of spreading investments across different assets to reduce risk
Diversification
What is the name of the retirement account most employers offer?
401k
Which country has the most sheep?
China
This type of option increases in value when the price of the underlying asset increases.
Call
What are two risks associated with short selling?
Unlimited losses
Market Manipulation
The two primary ways investors make money from stocks
Capital appreciation & Dividends
Name 2 marketing indicies
S&P 500, Nasdaq, DJIA
How many states/territories does Australia have?
8
The fee paid to purchase an options
Premium
A sudden increase in stock price can force short sellers to buy back shares to cover their positions, causing even more price increases.
Short squeeze
What does ETF stand for?/What is an ETF?
Exchange traded fund/collection of stocks
What do you have to pay when you own a mutual fund?
Expense Ratio
When did the video game "Halo" first release?
2001
The price at which an option holder can buy or sell the underlying asset
Strike Price
Explain each step in short selling. Be as thorough as possible
1. Borrow shares from broker
2. Sell shares
3. Buy back shares at lower price
4. Return shares to broker
This strategy involves investing the same amount of money at regular intervals, regardless of market price
Dollar cost averaging
What is the coefficient that measures volatility
Beta
What was my college mascot?
Red Dragons
You buy a call option on XYZ stock with a strike price of $50 for a premium of $3 per share. Each option contract represents 100 shares.
At expiration, the stock price has risen to $60.
Calculate profit/loss
$700 profit
What years did the Volkswagen and Gamestop short squeezes take place respectivley?
2008, 2021
Who is the legendary investors who owns Berkshire Hathaway and is an advocate for the buy and hold strategy?
Warren Buffet
What is BTC value as of 2/28/25 at 9:22 AM (+/- $2000)
$81,822.21
What place did I come in for "Mr. Arlington"? (12 contestants)
10th