In a nutshell, the biggest reason to choose options over stocks is that it provides you with flexibility within your own portfolio and allows you to play the market at its own game, whether bull or bear. When you trade options, the uncertainty lessens. You create an option that tells you exactly how much you will either lose or gain once the deadline arrives. You have confirmation from the outset of what you will either receive or spend on that date. Additionally, options are more versatile than stocks or shares, which means you can make money no matter the state of the market.
Stock Options Trading covers: