hi ,
I,m having trouble understanding the mechanics of managing an options trade. My main problem is understanding the profit/loss column and net option value column and how they relate to one another, especially in a short option trade. Also on the platform i,m using (PFG) the spread is quoted the same however far out of the money you go- is this normal?

Can anyone explain these points to me or recomend a good book that deals with them.

Many thanks - ian.

ok, the penny has just dropped - all pretty obvious really!!!!

still wondering about the spread though