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CoysNizl3 t1_iy3d47g wrote

Reply to comment by Simbertold in [OC] I sell options for a living. Here is a glimpse into what a typical month looks like. My October performance. by ShallowNefariousness

Options are hedging instruments. He is providing a service. Just because you’re midcurve and don’t understand the value of options doesn’t mean that he isn’t doing something “of value”.

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griwulf t1_iy3dlsk wrote

First time I see midcurve used to insult someone lol

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Effective_Hope_3071 t1_iy3ehye wrote

We can all agree that financial derivatives get muddier and muddier, and maybe some do exist solely to intimidate the layperson unwilling to learn into hiring an active manager, gross.

Essentially don't hate the player, hate the game. But you gotta play to score.

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