A transaction where an investor becomes the holder of an option. This transaction adds to the investor's long position and increases open interest on that option.
Opening sale Opening transaction
A transaction in which an investor becomes the taker of an option.
A transaction whereby the buyer becomes the holder of an option.
A transaction in which the purchaser's intention is to create or increase a long position in a given series of options.
A purchase transaction where rights or obligations are established. With an option purchase, the buyer becomes the holder of it.
A transaction in which a speculator becomes the holder of an option.