{"id":10574,"date":"2022-07-11T06:49:54","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T06:49:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/?page_id=10574"},"modified":"2024-07-18T13:17:20","modified_gmt":"2024-07-18T13:17:20","slug":"options-trading","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/options-trading\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Best Options Trading Platforms in the UK in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Options trading is one way to speculate on the future price of assets in order to profit from fluctuations in the market. Interest in options trading has peaked recently, which has encouraged trading platforms to facilitate the trading strategy. There are now numerous platforms available to UK traders that support options trading.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we will take a closer look at the available UK options trading platforms to establish the key features that are offered by each one.<\/p>\n<div data-accordeon class=\"toc-block\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n    <div data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-title-wrapper\">\n      <div type=\"button\" class=\"toc-btn toc-btn_main\">\n          <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#fff\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/div>\n      <span class=\"toc-title\">\n        In This Guide      <\/span>\n    <\/div>\n      <ul data-accordeon-content class=\"toc-list\" style=\"display: none;\">\n          <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#what_is_options_trading\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">What Is Options Trading?<\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#our_reviews_of_the_best_options_brokers_in_the_uk\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Our Reviews of the Best Options Brokers in the UK<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-our_reviews_of_the_best_options_brokers_in_the_uk\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#1_xtb_options_trading_platform_with_low_fees_and_no_minimum_deposit\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">1. XTB \u2013 Options trading platform with low fees and no minimum deposit<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#2_ava_trade_options_trading_platform_for_forex_pairs\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">2. Ava Trade \u2013 Options Trading Platform for Forex Pairs<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#3_alvexo_a_uk-regulated_options_trading_platform\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">3. Alvexo \u2013 A UK-Regulated Options Trading Platform<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#4_ig_options_trading_platform_with_one_of_the_most_comprehensive_asset_offerings\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">4. IG \u2013 Options Trading Platform With One Of The Most Comprehensive Asset Offerings<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#5_cmc_markets_established_options_trading_platform_for_uk_traders\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">5. CMC Markets \u2013 Established Options Trading Platform for UK Traders<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#6_webull_commission-free_options_trading_platform_in_the_uk\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">6. Webull \u2013 Commission-Free Options Trading Platform In The UK<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#guide_to_choosing_an_options_trading_platform\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Guide To Choosing an Options Trading Platform<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-guide_to_choosing_an_options_trading_platform\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#regulation\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Regulation<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#asset_availability_and_supported_markets\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Asset Availability And Supported Markets<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#trade_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Trade Fees<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#research_tools\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Research Tools<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n        <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#options_trading_platform_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Options trading platform fees<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"subsubsublist-options_trading_platform_fees\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#minimum_deposit\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">Minimum Deposit<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#withdrawal_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">Withdrawal Fees<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#trading_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">Trading fees<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>          <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#demo_account\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Demo Account<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Support<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#is_options_trading_risky\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Is Options Trading Risky?<\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#how_to_start_trading_options\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">How to Start Trading Options<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-how_to_start_trading_options\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#_1_create_an_account\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">\u00a0 \u00a0 1. Create an account<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#_3_fund_your_account\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">\u00a0 \u00a0 3. Fund your account<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#_4_start_trading_with_options\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">\u00a0 \u00a0 4. Start trading with options<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#conclusion\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Conclusion<\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#faqs\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">FAQs<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-faqs\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#references\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">References:<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>      <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n    <ul data-accordeon-content class=\"toc-list\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#what_is_options_trading\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">What Is Options Trading?<\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#our_reviews_of_the_best_options_brokers_in_the_uk\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Our Reviews of the Best Options Brokers in the UK<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-our_reviews_of_the_best_options_brokers_in_the_uk\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#1_xtb_options_trading_platform_with_low_fees_and_no_minimum_deposit\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">1. XTB \u2013 Options trading platform with low fees and no minimum deposit<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#2_ava_trade_options_trading_platform_for_forex_pairs\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">2. Ava Trade \u2013 Options Trading Platform for Forex Pairs<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#3_alvexo_a_uk-regulated_options_trading_platform\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">3. Alvexo \u2013 A UK-Regulated Options Trading Platform<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#4_ig_options_trading_platform_with_one_of_the_most_comprehensive_asset_offerings\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">4. IG \u2013 Options Trading Platform With One Of The Most Comprehensive Asset Offerings<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#5_cmc_markets_established_options_trading_platform_for_uk_traders\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">5. CMC Markets \u2013 Established Options Trading Platform for UK Traders<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#6_webull_commission-free_options_trading_platform_in_the_uk\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">6. Webull \u2013 Commission-Free Options Trading Platform In The UK<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#guide_to_choosing_an_options_trading_platform\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Guide To Choosing an Options Trading Platform<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-guide_to_choosing_an_options_trading_platform\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#regulation\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Regulation<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#asset_availability_and_supported_markets\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Asset Availability And Supported Markets<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#trade_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Trade Fees<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#research_tools\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Research Tools<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n        <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#options_trading_platform_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Options trading platform fees<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"subsubsublist-options_trading_platform_fees\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#minimum_deposit\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">Minimum Deposit<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#withdrawal_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">Withdrawal Fees<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#trading_fees\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">Trading fees<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>          <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#demo_account\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Demo Account<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">Support<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#is_options_trading_risky\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Is Options Trading Risky?<\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#how_to_start_trading_options\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">How to Start Trading Options<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-how_to_start_trading_options\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#_1_create_an_account\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">\u00a0 \u00a0 1. Create an account<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#_3_fund_your_account\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">\u00a0 \u00a0 3. Fund your account<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#_4_start_trading_with_options\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"3\">\u00a0 \u00a0 4. Start trading with options<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#conclusion\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">Conclusion<\/a>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/li>  <li class=\"StepProgress-item subList-in-progress\">\n  <div data-accordeon-item>\n  <div class=\"StepProgress-item__group\" >\n    <a href=\"#faqs\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"2\">FAQs<\/a>\n\n          <button data-accordeon-title class=\"toc-btn\" type=\"button\">\n        <svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#060606\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n          <\/button>\n        <\/div>\n\n      <ol data-accordeon-content class=\"StepProgress-sub-list\" style=\"display: none;\" id=\"TOC1sublist-faqs\">\n                <li class=\"StepProgress-sub-item\">\n            <a href=\"#references\" class=\"btn-handleTocScrollToTitle StepProgress-item__link\" data-level=\"4\">References:<\/a>\n          <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n  <\/div>\n    <\/li>    <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"su-note\" style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<h2>Our List of Best Options Trading Platforms in the UK<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/xtb\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><strong>XTB<\/strong><\/a>\u2013 XTB Broker is a popular trading platform in Europe, offering over 2100 trading instruments and 400,000 subscribers worldwide. XTB offers two platforms: XStation 5 and XStation Mobile, with the latter ideal for mobile trading.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/avatrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><strong>Ava Trade<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 AvaTrade is a UK-based trading broker offering forex options trading with over 40 pairs. The platform offers direct options for purchase and selling as well as a CFD platform for other assets.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/alvexo\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><strong>Alvexo<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Alvexo is a top options trading platform with competitive spreads, multiple platforms, and tools for market timing. With over 450 tradable assets, it offers a proprietary web trading platform, MetaTrader 4, a mobile app, and the Alvexo Plus feature.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/ig\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><strong>IG<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 IG offers comprehensive options trading coverage across 17,000 markets, including CFDs and spread bets. It offers diverse asset selection, adapts trading strategies to market conditions, and doesn\u2019t impose commissions.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/cmc-markets\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><strong>CMC Markets<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 CMC Markets, an industry-awarded broker with over 11,500 trading instruments, offers a platform for options, international shares, and other share trading products with tools for in-depth analysis.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/webull\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><strong>Webull<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Webull is a user-friendly UK options trading platform with a narrow asset range, offering free trades and no per-trade or per-contract fees, and offering a wide range of technical indicators and drawing tools.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what_is_options_trading\">What Is Options Trading?<\/h2>\n<p>When you <strong>trade binary options<\/strong>, you are buying a contract that gives you the right to buy an underlying asset at a pre-arranged price at a set date in the future. Traditionally, these options were traded in person, but are now traded mostly online. However, the fundamental concept remains the same.<\/p>\n<p>If the buyer of the option wishes to realize the contract, the seller of the option is the contracting party who needs to fulfill his contractual obligation. Option buyers are entitled to exercise their options but are not required to do so, meaning they may give up on their obligation to execute the deal.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15332 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pexels-anna-nekrashevich-6801874.jpg\" alt=\"best options trading platforms\" width=\"1280\" height=\"921\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pexels-anna-nekrashevich-6801874.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pexels-anna-nekrashevich-6801874-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pexels-anna-nekrashevich-6801874-1024x737.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/02\/pexels-anna-nekrashevich-6801874-768x553.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If an option represents the right for the holder to purchase a certain asset, it is referred to as a call option, and if it represents the right for the holder to sell a certain asset, it is referred to as a put option.<\/p>\n<p>The underlying asset of the option is the subject of the contract contained in the option. The asset can be commodities, cryptocurrencies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetimes.co.uk\/money-mentor\/article\/negative-interest-rates-explained\/\">interest rates<\/a>, futures contracts, stock indices, or forex. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.gitnux.com\/forex-trading-statistics\/\">source<\/a>, the UK market is known as the largest in the world, with over 40% of forex trading transactions happening in London.<\/p>\n<p>The premium, the strike price, and the expiration date are the three components of an option contract, and they are all equally important. A premium is a fee you pay when you enter any options trade, which is the cost of the options contract itself. As for the strike price, it is the amount at which you agree to pay if you exercise your option. Finally, when it comes to a contract\u2019s expiration date, this is the date by which you are permitted to exercise your right to terminate the contract. Upon expiration of this date, the options contract is no longer valuable and becomes valueless.<\/p>\n<p>As an options trader, you should remember that you are not required to hold your contracts through expiration. The option contracts you own can also be sold to another trader in exchange for the current premium price. If the contract\u2019s value increases or decreases since you purchased it, you can exit the trade and generate profit or loss.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<h3>Types of options trading in the UK<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\">In the UK, there are several types of binary options trading that investors can participate in.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">The first type of options trading in the UK is the <strong>call option<\/strong>. This type of option gives the investor the right to buy a specific stock at a predetermined price within a certain time frame. Investors who believe that the price of a stock will increase can buy call options and potentially profit from the price appreciation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Another type of options trading is the<strong> put option<\/strong>. This option gives the investor the right to sell a specific stock at a predetermined price within a certain time frame. Investors who believe that the price of a stock will decrease can buy put options and potentially profit from the price decline.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ed-focus\" data-fo=\"329\">In addition to call and put options, investors in the UK can also engage in the trading of <strong>index options<\/strong>. These options are based on the movements of a particular stock market index, such as the FTSE 100. Index options allow investors to speculate on the overall movement of the market, rather than focusing on individual stocks.<\/p>\n<p data-fo=\"329\"><\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"our_reviews_of_the_best_options_brokers_in_the_uk\">Our Reviews of the Best Options Brokers in the UK<\/h2>\n<p>In the following section, we will take a closer look at the <strong>best options trading brokers that are available to UK institutional investors<\/strong>. Our team spent time researching and reviewing several different platforms before deciding on the top 7 brokers. We chose user-friendly brokers, offer low fees, and have great educational resources and research tools that can be sued by traders to make informed decisions.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1_xtb_options_trading_platform_with_low_fees_and_no_minimum_deposit\">1. XTB \u2013 Options trading platform with low fees and no minimum deposit<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-15573\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/XTB-Online-Investing-LOGO-RGB-300x115.jpg\" alt=\"XTB Online Investing LOGO RGB\" width=\"250\" height=\"96\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/XTB-Online-Investing-LOGO-RGB-300x115.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/XTB-Online-Investing-LOGO-RGB-1024x391.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/XTB-Online-Investing-LOGO-RGB-768x293.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/XTB-Online-Investing-LOGO-RGB-1536x587.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/XTB-Online-Investing-LOGO-RGB-777x297.jpg 777w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/XTB-Online-Investing-LOGO-RGB.jpg 1793w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/>In Europe, <a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/xtb-broker\/\">XTB Broker<\/a> is a well-known trading platform for stocks, currencies, and commodities that accepts a variety of assets. The platform has more than 400,000 subscribers worldwide and has been available for more than 15 years.<\/p>\n<p>In total, XTB offers more than 2100 trading instruments. For anyone looking to diversify their portfolio and broaden their market exposure, this makes it an alluring option. Additionally, XTB guarantees fair spreads and fees. The website states that overnight fees apply to anyone who holds positions after the market shuts down.<\/p>\n<p>The platform provides users with a range of educational materials to increase their knowledge about trading. A whole trading academy and a ton of tutorials are also available. Users of XTB can also access extensive market analysis to aid in their trading decisions.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11286 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/Navy-Purple-Gradient-Professional-Marketing-Agency-Blog-Banner-13-1024x576.jpg?_t=1698141280\" alt=\"XTB - Options Trading Platform With Low Fees\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/Navy-Purple-Gradient-Professional-Marketing-Agency-Blog-Banner-13-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/Navy-Purple-Gradient-Professional-Marketing-Agency-Blog-Banner-13-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/Navy-Purple-Gradient-Professional-Marketing-Agency-Blog-Banner-13-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/Navy-Purple-Gradient-Professional-Marketing-Agency-Blog-Banner-13-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/10\/Navy-Purple-Gradient-Professional-Marketing-Agency-Blog-Banner-13-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>XTB also offers a demo account, which is a great method to test out the program before putting money at risk. The two trading platforms offered by XTB are XStation 5 and XStation Mobile. The second option is the ideal for trading on the go.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/xtb\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:1d44bb;border-color:1d44bb;border-radius:10px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 26px;font-size:20px;line-height:40px;border-color:1d44bb;border-radius:10px;text-shadow:none\"> Visit XTB<\/span><\/a>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3 id=\"2_ava_trade_options_trading_platform_for_forex_pairs\">2. Ava Trade \u2013 Options Trading Platform for Forex Pairs<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/avatrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-367 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/03\/avatrade-logo-e1644338362301.png\" alt=\"Options trading platforms \" width=\"200\" height=\"93\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/avatrade-review\/\">AvaTrade<\/a> is a well-known trading broker in the UK, particularly in the field of forex options trading. They offer a variety of over 40 forex pairs for trading.<\/p>\n<p>This broker provides the capability to both purchase and sell options directly, although it primarily serves as a CFD trading platform for various other types of assets. Therefore, if you decide to execute a contract, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to do so instead of solely speculating on premiums.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10637 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/avatrade-next-generations-trading-tools-1024x515.png?_t=1698141358\" alt=\"Best options trading platforms uk \" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/avatrade-next-generations-trading-tools-1024x515.png 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/avatrade-next-generations-trading-tools-300x151.png 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/avatrade-next-generations-trading-tools-768x386.png 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/avatrade-next-generations-trading-tools.png 1266w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>AvaTrade has a platform dedicated to the trading of options called AvaOptions. Using the platform, you can calculate your profit, loss, and breakeven price and evaluate various options trading strategies. Stop-loss orders for option trades are also available from AvaOptions.<\/p>\n<p>You can access the platform from your computer, mobile phone, or tablet. In addition, the commission-free trading of options through AvaTrade is guaranteed on all trades. Nevertheless, if you are planning to sell your positions instead of exercising your contracts, then you should be aware that the spreads can be high.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10636 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/20210506143851-mt5.jpg?_t=1698141369\" alt=\"Options broker uk\" width=\"800\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/20210506143851-mt5.jpg 800w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/20210506143851-mt5-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/20210506143851-mt5-768x355.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/avatrade\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-3d\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#1d44bb;border-color:#183796;border-radius:0px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 26px;font-size:20px;line-height:40px;border-color:#617dd0;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none\"> Visit Ava Trade Now<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3 id=\"3_alvexo_a_uk-regulated_options_trading_platform\">3. Alvexo \u2013 A UK-Regulated Options Trading Platform<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/alvexo\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-8429 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/Alvexo-logo-slogan-e1639010813136.png\" alt=\"Options trading platforms \" width=\"200\" height=\"96\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/alvexo-review\/\">Alvexo<\/a> holds a notable position on our list of options trading platforms. Investing through this European broker offers access to competitive spreads, multiple trading platforms, and a range of tools designed to assist with market timing.<\/p>\n<p>Within Alvexo\u2019s selection of over 450 tradable assets, you\u2019ll find various options, including currency pairs, indices, commodities, stocks, and cryptocurrencies. This diverse range of assets enables traders to effectively diversify their portfolios.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10631 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/Alvexo-Platform-Interface-1024x477-1.jpg?_t=1698141396\" alt=\"Best options trading platforms uk \" width=\"1024\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/Alvexo-Platform-Interface-1024x477-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/Alvexo-Platform-Interface-1024x477-1-300x140.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/Alvexo-Platform-Interface-1024x477-1-768x358.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When you trade with Alvexo, you can choose between utilizing the company\u2019s proprietary web trading platform and MetaTrader 4. With Alvexo\u2019s Web Trader, you can access a wide variety of features that will assist you in analyzing price movements and putting orders. It is also possible to trade on the go with Alvexo\u2019s mobile app on iOS and Android devices.<\/p>\n<p>It should be noted that Alvexo also offers a premium service known as Alvexo Plus. With this service, traders have access to daily trading signals, market news, webinars, and an economic calendar, providing them insight into the market.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to note that Alvexo is regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10632 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/alvexo-ss1-min-1024x621.jpg?_t=1698141430\" alt=\"Options broker uk \" width=\"1024\" height=\"621\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/alvexo-ss1-min-1024x621.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/alvexo-ss1-min-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/alvexo-ss1-min-768x466.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/alvexo-ss1-min.jpg 1071w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/alvexo\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-3d\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#1d44bb;border-color:#183796;border-radius:0px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 26px;font-size:20px;line-height:40px;border-color:#617dd0;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none\"> Visit Alvexo Now<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3 id=\"4_ig_options_trading_platform_with_one_of_the_most_comprehensive_asset_offerings\">4. IG \u2013 Options Trading Platform With One Of The Most Comprehensive Asset Offerings<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-12097 alignright\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/01\/ig.svg\" alt=\"IG options trading platform\" width=\"227\" height=\"109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/ig.svg 366w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/ig.svg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/ig.svg 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/ig.svg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/ig.svg 125w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 227px) 100vw, 227px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>IG provides access to a substantial array of over 17,000 markets, making its coverage of the options market quite comprehensive within the industry. When opting to engage in options trading with IG, you have two alternatives: trading through CFDs or spread bets. These methods allow you to make predictions regarding the direction of option premiums without directly engaging in the buying and selling of options, thus managing your investment risk more effectively.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to US and UK stocks, you can also speculate on global indices, commodities, forex, and a wide range of other assets. This diverse selection enables you to adapt your trading strategy to prevailing market conditions across multiple markets. Furthermore, IG does not impose commissions on CFDs and <a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/forex\/strategies\/\">spread betting trades<\/a>, although there may be spread costs associated with these transactions.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10634 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/h_s_new_chart_01-copy-1024x521.jpg?_t=1698141409\" alt=\"Options broker uk \" width=\"1024\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/h_s_new_chart_01-copy-1024x521.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/h_s_new_chart_01-copy-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/h_s_new_chart_01-copy-768x390.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/h_s_new_chart_01-copy-1536x781.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/h_s_new_chart_01-copy.jpg 1680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/ig\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-3d\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#1d44bb;border-color:#183796;border-radius:0px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 26px;font-size:20px;line-height:40px;border-color:#617dd0;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none\"> Visit IG Now<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h3 id=\"5_cmc_markets_established_options_trading_platform_for_uk_traders\">5. CMC Markets \u2013 Established Options Trading Platform for UK Traders<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/cmc-markets\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-10626\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/cmcmarkets.png\" alt=\"Uk options trading platform \" width=\"200\" height=\"168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/cmcmarkets.png 500w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/cmcmarkets-300x251.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>Due to its three decades of operation and more than 11,500 trading instruments, <a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/cmc-markets\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\">CMC Markets<\/a> is well-established as a broker.<\/p>\n<p>It is possible to trade options, international shares, and other share trading products on the CMC Markets platform using one account, either the standard account or the Pro account. In addition, the Pro platform also offers different tools to assist the trader in creating and executing different options strategies depending on their needs. As a result, the platform can be tailored to meet users\u2019 needs according to their trading style.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10635 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/img_platform_l1_hero-1024x578.png?_t=1698141420\" alt=\"Options trading in uk \" width=\"1024\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/img_platform_l1_hero-1024x578.png 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/img_platform_l1_hero-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/img_platform_l1_hero-768x434.png 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/img_platform_l1_hero-1536x867.png 1536w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/img_platform_l1_hero-2048x1156.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The tools and software offered by CMC allow users to conduct in-depth analysis and make informed trading decisions. There are more than 115 technical indicators and drawings to choose from, along with 70 chart patterns and 12 types of charts built-in for the user. The variety of features CMC Markets offers, as well as a variety of industry awards, have contributed to the company\u2019s success.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"6_webull_commission-free_options_trading_platform_in_the_uk\">6. Webull \u2013 Commission-Free Options Trading Platform In The UK<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/webull\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-10627\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/webull-free-stocks.png\" alt=\"Uk options trading platform \" width=\"200\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/webull-free-stocks.png 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/webull-free-stocks-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/webull-free-stocks-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/webull-review\/\">Webull<\/a> is a widely used options trading platform in the UK. The Webull app is user-friendly and doesn\u2019t require extensive technical knowledge, making it accessible for users looking to invest smaller amounts.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to other leading brokerage apps, Webull\u2019s range of available assets is somewhat narrower. However, if your primary interest lies in <a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/stock\/buy-stocks\/\">stock trading<\/a>, you\u2019ll find an ample selection. Additionally, stock options trading is available, although it is predominantly focused on US stocks.<\/p>\n<p>Webull distinguishes itself by offering free options trades with no per-trade commission or per-contract fees applied to customers. It\u2019s important to note that there are no assignment or exercise fees either. These factors make Webull a reputable choice for options trading.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10638 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/745b0a72aa6d44f7a093c9bb08ad0d3e-1024x536.jpg?_t=1698141441\" alt=\"Options trading in uk \" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/745b0a72aa6d44f7a093c9bb08ad0d3e-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/745b0a72aa6d44f7a093c9bb08ad0d3e-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/745b0a72aa6d44f7a093c9bb08ad0d3e-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/745b0a72aa6d44f7a093c9bb08ad0d3e.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A large range of technical indicators and drawing tools is also available for experienced traders at Webull. It is possible to select from 50 indicators, including moving averages, momentum studies, and other commonly used indicators. Likewise, indicators can all be customized to allow you to select the time window during which you would like them to be calculated.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/visit\/webull\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-3d\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#1d44bb;border-color:#183796;border-radius:0px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-relfix=\"1\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 26px;font-size:20px;line-height:40px;border-color:#617dd0;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none\"> Visit Webull Now<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<h2 id=\"guide_to_choosing_an_options_trading_platform\">Guide To Choosing an Options Trading Platform<\/h2>\n<p>It is important to conduct your own research before making investment decisions. To help you, here is an overview of the ranking criteria by which our experts ranked the key features of options trading platforms.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"regulation\">Regulation<\/h3>\n<p>Options trading platforms in the UK are regulated by the FCA. Most platform will provide details about regulation and licensing on their website for traders to see. If a platform does not have this information, it may mean that they are not regulated.<\/p>\n<p>While it is not illegal to use an unregulated platform in the UK, it is not advised.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"asset_availability_and_supported_markets\">Asset Availability And Supported Markets<\/h3>\n<p>To support a diverse trading strategy, options brokers should provide a range of supported markets.<\/p>\n<p>There are usually options available on stocks, indices, commodities, and forex on the most popular options trading platforms. For instance, trading through options for stock trading and <a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/forex\/\">forex trading<\/a> is particularly prevalent due to the volatility of these asset classes and the potential for price movements that can be strong.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to these, some brokers may also offer access to options on cryptocurrencies and exchange-traded funds in some cases.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"trade_fees\">Trade Fees<\/h3>\n<p>In order to be able to trade options online, it is always necessary for you to pay a fee of some kind. This is what we have discussed throughout this guide on the best options <a href=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/\">trading platforms UK<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There is a wide range of fees that can be charged by providers. Therefore, we have listed a brief guide to the main fees that you should think about before choosing a provider.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Commissions:<\/strong> the commissions you pay to perform a trade ultimately determine your profit or loss. When a trade is made where the only likely winner is the platform, it makes very little sense to place the trade. There are a few platforms that allow you to trade options without a commission, but others charge per-contract commissions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exercise fees:<\/strong>\u00a0When you buy or sell options, sometimes options brokers charge a fee. However, some brokers charge a fee if you exercise or assign the option you sell.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spreads:<\/strong>\u00a0 Depending on the platform, the asset class, and the platform you are trading, there can be a big difference between spreads. If the spread is low, then it means you will be able to earn more profit from your trading. Basically, regarding the trading platform you have chosen, the spread is the difference between the bid price and the ask price the platform offers you. The spread should be as tight as possible. As a result, you want the price to be competitive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Overnight Financing:<\/strong>\u00a0An options trader is responsible for paying daily overnight financing fees on every position they hold while it is open.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Payment options: <\/strong>There may be a fee that you will have to pay when you deposit or withdraw funds when you use an options trading platform. However, as bigger the number of different payment methods available, it enables users to fund\/withdraw from their accounts with little to no fees and with more flexibility.<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"research_tools\">Research Tools<\/h3>\n<p>Since options are derivative products, they are subject to a wide range of factors that standard securities are not, which is why they are more volatile.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, most options trading platforms will provide users with research and analysis tools that can be used to make informed trading decisions. Without these tools, it could be difficult to trade responsibly.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"options_trading_platform_fees\">Options trading platform fees<\/h3>\n<p>Options trading platforms will charge fees for using their services. Before deciding on a platform, it is important to familiarize yourself with the fees that are involved.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"minimum_deposit\">Minimum Deposit<\/h4>\n<p>Before registering an account with your chosen trading options platform, it is wise to check the minimum deposit required.<\/p>\n<p>If the platform\u2019s minimum deposit is too high for you, you might be trading with more than you can afford to lose in the long run.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"withdrawal_fees\">Withdrawal Fees<\/h4>\n<p>Some platforms will charge a fee for withdrawing funds. This is typically taken automatically when you decide to withdraw funds from your options trading account.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"trading_fees\">Trading fees<\/h4>\n<p>Some options trading platforms will charge fees for trading. These come in the form of commissions or spreads. The higher the fees, the more expensive it will be to place a trade.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"demo_account\">Demo Account<\/h3>\n<p>A demo, or paper trading, account is a virtual trading account that allows traders to practice strategies before putting any money at risk. Most demo accounts are free to use and should mimic real trading conditions.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"support\">Support<\/h3>\n<p>The most effective way to ensure you have the support you need with your trading account is by accessing professional and dedicated customer service. Several options trading platforms in this field offer 24-hour support regularly.<\/p>\n<p>Both live chat support and telephone support are two methods through which you can access help in real-time when you need it. However, if you contact support by email, you will need to wait several hours before getting a reply to your inbox if you cannot reach them by phone.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is_options_trading_risky\">Is Options Trading Risky?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\">Options trading comes with its fair share of risks. One of the main risks associated with options trading is the potential for loss. Unlike buying and holding stocks, options have a limited lifespan and can <strong>expire worthless<\/strong> if the underlying stock does not move in the desired direction. This means that traders can lose their entire investment if they make the wrong bet.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Another risk of options trading is that it can be <strong>complex and difficult to understand<\/strong> for beginners. Options involve a variety of different components such as strike price, expiration date, and volatility, which can make it challenging to accurately predict the outcome of a trade. Furthermore, options trading often involves leverage, which amplifies both potential profits and losses. This means that even a small price movement in the underlying stock can result in significant gains or losses for the options trader.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ed-focus\" data-fo=\"420\">Additionally, options trading <strong>requires careful timing and market analysis<\/strong>. Traders must be able to accurately predict the direction of the stock price within a certain timeframe to reap profits. This can be especially difficult in rapidly changing market conditions where stock prices can fluctuate unpredictably. The inability to accurately predict market movements can result in substantial losses for options traders.<\/p>\n<p data-fo=\"420\"><div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#e5e54c;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#FFFF66;border-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">\n<h2 data-fo=\"420\">Is Binary Options Trading Legal in the UK?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\">Yes, binary options trading is legal in the UK. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulates all financial services in the UK, including binary options trading platforms. The FCA has implemented strict rules and regulations to ensure that traders are protected and that the industry operates in a fair and transparent manner.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ed-focus\" data-fo=\"296\">It is worth noting that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fca.org.uk\/consumers\/binary-options-scams#:~:text=From%202%20April%202019%2C%20we,options%2C%20it's%20probably%20a%20scam.\"><strong>the FCA has banned the sale, marketing, and distribution of binary options to retail consumers<\/strong><\/a>. This means that retail investors are not able to invest in binary options. However, professional traders can still trade in binary options, provided they meet certain criteria.<\/p>\n<p data-fo=\"296\"><\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how_to_start_trading_options\">How to Start Trading Options<\/h2>\n<p>In order to start options trading in the UK, you first need to select the broker that is most suitable for you and follow the registration steps on its platform. We will further use the XTB broker as an example of how to register and get started with options trading.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"_1_create_an_account\">\u00a0 \u00a0 1. Create an account<\/h3>\n<p>XTB allows users to create an account by providing their email address and phone number. To create an account, enter your personal information, such as name, phone number, and date of birth, and create a secure password.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10547\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/XTB-live-account-registration-form-1-204x300.jpg?_t=1698142279\" alt=\"XTB registration form UK\" width=\"400\" height=\"587\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/XTB-live-account-registration-form-1-204x300.jpg 204w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/XTB-live-account-registration-form-1.jpg 428w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 2. Verify your identity.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To start trading, verify your identity by uploading a scanned copy of your driver\u2019s license or passport.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10548\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/xtb-account-verification-1024x689.png?_t=1698142279\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/xtb-account-verification-1024x689.png 1024w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/xtb-account-verification-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/xtb-account-verification-768x517.png 768w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/07\/xtb-account-verification.png 1143w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"_3_fund_your_account\">\u00a0 \u00a0 3. Fund your account<\/h3>\n<p>When you open an account with a new broker, you may be required to submit a minimum deposit before you can trade. Bank transfers, credit cards, and Skrill are the most prevalent payment methods accepted by brokers.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14461\" src=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/xtb-depozit-funds.png?_t=1698143035\" alt=\"XTB deposit funds into account\" width=\"700\" height=\"499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/xtb-depozit-funds.png 832w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/xtb-depozit-funds-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/tradingplatforms.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/xtb-depozit-funds-768x547.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"_4_start_trading_with_options\">\u00a0 \u00a0 4. Start trading with options<\/h3>\n<p>You can start options trading as soon as you fund your XTB trading account. Once you\u2019ve discovered the asset you want to trade, click the \u2018Buy\u2019 or \u2018Sell\u2019 button next to it in your dashboard. You will have the option to confirm the transaction as soon as you have entered your position size.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The market has a wide range of platforms available that traders can use to trade options. In this guide, we have reviewed several platforms that are available to UK traders. Each platform offers different tools and features that are worth researching in more detail before you make a final decision.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"rc_faq_section\" data-accordeon>\n      <section class=\"rc_faq_item\" data-accordeon-item>\n      <h3 class=\"rc_faq_title\" data-accordeon-title>Where to buy options UK?<svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#171d30\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n    <\/h3>\n      <div data-accordeon-content class=\"rc_faq_item_content\"  style=\"display: none;\">Regarding buying options in the UK, there are many options available to traders, including the ones mentioned above. In addition, it will be possible for you to practice options trading on their demo account for free as long as you sign up. Moreover, each top-tier broker in the UK, such as AvaTrade, offers a wide range of educational materials, including text guides, videos, and even live webinars.<\/div>\n    <\/section>\n      <section class=\"rc_faq_item\" data-accordeon-item>\n      <h3 class=\"rc_faq_title\" data-accordeon-title>Can you trade options in the UK?<svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#171d30\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n    <\/h3>\n      <div data-accordeon-content class=\"rc_faq_item_content\"  style=\"display: none;\">Yes, It is absolutely legal and regulated to trade options in the UK. Trading options in the UK can now be done through spread bets and CFDs rather than directly trading the options themselves.<\/div>\n    <\/section>\n      <section class=\"rc_faq_item\" data-accordeon-item>\n      <h3 class=\"rc_faq_title\" data-accordeon-title>What is the best options trading platform in the UK?<svg width=\"12\" height=\"6\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 8\" class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n    <path d=\"M1 1L7 7L13 1\" stroke=\"#171d30\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n    <\/h3>\n      <div data-accordeon-content class=\"rc_faq_item_content\"  style=\"display: none;\">Among all of the trading platforms available in the UK, AvaTrade is the best recommendation for traders of all levels looking for well-designed investments and the latest features in trading and investing. It is under strict supervision by CySEC and offers a variety of educational materials to help you gain real experience in trading options. It is also considered one of the industry's best alternatives due to its wide range of assets available to trade.<\/div>\n    <\/section>\n  <\/div>\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n       {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"Where to buy options UK?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Regarding buying options in the UK, there are many options available to traders, including the ones mentioned above. In addition, it will be possible for you to practice options trading on their demo account for free as long as you sign up. 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It is also considered one of the industry's best alternatives due to its wide range of assets available to trade.\"\n          }\n        }\n                  ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n<h4 id=\"references\">References:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetimes.co.uk\/money-mentor\/article\/negative-interest-rates-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/www.thetimes.co.uk\/money-mentor\/article\/negative-interest-rates-explained\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ig.com\/uk\/options-trading\/what-are-options-how-do-you-trade-them\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/www.ig.com\/uk\/options-trading\/what-are-options-how-do-you-trade-them<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.gitnux.com\/forex-trading-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">https:\/\/blog.gitnux.com\/forex-trading-statistics\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Options trading is one way to speculate on the future price of assets in order to profit from fluctuations in the market. 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