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Strategy

Pin Risk

Risk at expiration strike pinning

What is Pin Risk?

Pin Risk The risk that stock closes exactly at a short strike at expiration. Creates uncertainty about assignment. Dealers hedge by buying/selling shares at pinned strikes.

Complete Definition

The risk that stock closes exactly at a short strike at expiration. Creates uncertainty about assignment. Dealers hedge by buying/selling shares at pinned strikes.

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