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Option chains allow you to see all of the Calls and/or Puts for a security at a specified expiration. Calls and Puts are separated by the expiration and the strike price, and key price and trade information per contract is identified in the chain. Adjusted Option contracts are identified by a “*” next to the symbol. Once selected the deliverables of the contract will be identified above the option chain. Find Option Chains in the Quotes & Research tab. |
Option Chains consist of all options available for an underlying stock.
Enter the underlying stock symbol in the Symbol field. NOTE: When entering an option symbol, be sure you precede the symbol with a period (.), for example: .OEBJT
Click Get chain.
The chain data will display. Check the Calls and/or Puts boxes to display one or both of them.
Stock and/or option symbols and price and volume data shown here are for illustrative purposes only. Charles Schwab & Co., its parent or affiliates, and/or its employees and/or directors may have positions in securities referenced herein, and may, as principal or agent, buy from or sell to clients.
Static vs. Streaming Data View: You may choose to view option chains in Static or Streaming mode. In Static mode, you will need to click Refresh Data to see any market changes to quotes. In Streaming mode, quote changes automatically display as they occur in the marketplace.
Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Multiple leg options strategies will involve multiple commissions. Please read the Options Disclosure Document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options" before considering any option transaction. Call your local Schwab office or write Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. 101 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94104 for a current copy. Member SIPC