Buy to Close (BTC)

Buy back a short option to close

What is Buy to Close (BTC)?

Buy to Close (BTC) Closing an existing short option position by buying it back. Used to exit sold options before expiration, take profits, or cut losses.

Complete Definition

Closing an existing short option position by buying it back. Used to exit sold options before expiration, take profits, or cut losses.

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