How much does a stock option cost?

Is it a percentage of the stock price? Let’s say I buy a call on some shares of Apple computers. How much? If I decide to exercise the option and buy the stock, do I pay brokerage fees again?

Answer by Frank Castle
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Answer by Marty H
Each Option entitles the owner to buy or Sell 100 Shares of the underlying stock. Option pricing depends on several factors. Strike Price of the Option, Volatility and time to expiry. Options are a separate transaction and do require another commission if it is exercised. .

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any price targets for 2007?

Answer by Nutty Prof
It will go up, partly because of the product show in SF (is it?). But, the most importantly, it will depend on the allegation of the stock options. I assume that Steve Job’s position will be fine. But, if some reason, SEC finds him guilty and he needs to quit from “AAPL”. The stock will go down.. down.. and down. Steep drop in the beginning, slowly to rise again but no better than in the year they promoted Ipod for the first time. You can play it safe by buying Call option since Steve Jobs may remain will AAPL for a long time from now. But if you smell something bad… prepare to sell or take short-sell position. For this week, I believe AAPL will go up after the show, I just think that it’s a must. For price target, you better check Yahoo, MSN or Morningstar… and compare’em all.

Answer by Pablo
I think so but it depeneds of what they introduce at the show. I heard he is extending his talk portion to 2 hours. Good Luck!

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