Covered Write

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Definition: Covered Write

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Full Definition of Covered Write

The act of a broker writing, or selling, a call option when the investor also owns the underlying stock shares. A covered write can either be used to gain additional return or protect from severe losses.

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Definition Sources

Definitions for Covered Write are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

This glossary post was last updated: 20th November, 2021 | 0 Views.