John Ondercin

John Ondercin is a seasoned options trading educator and author celebrated for his clear, jargon-free writing that makes complex financial concepts accessible to beginners and aspiring traders alike. He excels at providing practical, step-by-step guidance on options basics, trade examples, value calculations, and advanced strategies like the impact of time, probability, and the Greeks.

How to Invest in Stocks: Step by Step Guide for Beginners 2026

Beginner’s Guide To Stock Market Investing: How To Start Step by Step

Stock market investing is the act of purchasing ownership shares in publicly traded companies through exchanges. The goal is to generate financial returns through share price increases or dividend payments. It involves managing risk by allocating capital to businesses, aiming for consistent growth by purchasing stocks through brokers. Regarding its risk, the share price can … Read more

Oil Price Surges to 2022 High as U.S.-Iran War Fuels Supply Fears, Bitcoin Holds Steady at $66,000

Oil Price Surges to 2022 High as U.S.-Iran War Fuels Supply Fears, Bitcoin Holds Steady at $66,000

Asian stocks plunged while oil prices surged about 20% in early trade on Monday as the dramatic escalation in the conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran rattled global markets. While the regional markets opened in the red, Bitcoin (BTC) held steady near $67,000. Oil futures surged above $110 a barrel as some major Middle … Read more

Dow Futures Sink More Than 1,000 Points, Oil Prices Surge 30% as Iran Conflict Rages

Dow Futures Sink More Than 1,000 Points, Oil Prices Surge 30% as Iran Conflict Rages

U.S. stock futures tumbled amid a sharp escalation in the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, triggering a major risk-off reaction in global markets. The sell-off was driven by surging oil prices, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude jumping 30% to $118.46 a barrel, its largest single-day gain since 1988. Brent crude, the international benchmark, spiked by … Read more

PLTR Stock Rallies 2% as Analysts Eye $200 Price Target

PLTR Stock Rallies 2% as Analysts Eye $200 Price Target

Shares of Palantir Technologies have surged over the past year as investors pile into artificial intelligence and defense-linked software companies. The rapid rally has sparked a bold question across Wall Street: could PLTR (Palantir Technologies) reach the highly discussed $200.00 price target? Meanwhile, Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) closed at $157.16 on March 6 at 4:00 … Read more

Airbus Shares Rise 2.4% after TCI Fund boosts Stake; Fighter Jet Project Stalled

Airbus Shares Rise 2.4% after TCI Fund boosts Stake; Fighter Jet Project Stalled

The European aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, saw its shares rise by 2.4 % after a major investment firm, TCI Fund, enhanced its ownership in the organization by purchasing more shares.  This market reaction strengthens investor confidence in the company’s overall business despite ongoing operational complexities. Meanwhile fighter Jet project, a military aircraft program of Airbus, continues … Read more