Trading Overview
Trading Options
Milliseconds matter to options traders, especially during times of high volatility. That’s why we provide technology built for high-volume, low-latency options trading, and our team of experts is eager to help you every step of the way.
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Lightspeed Trader
Our most advanced trading platform for stock and options traders that demand highly accurate market data
Options standard pricing
Competitive commission rates
Take advantage of some of the industry's lowest and most competitive trading rates.
Active traders who meet monthly trading volume thresholds can qualify for deeply discounted commissions.
Active Trader Commissions
Lightspeed is focused on a value based commission structure
Active traders who meet monthly trading volume thresholds can qualify for deeply discounted commissions.
*Updated pricing only applicable for new accounts opened after (03/01/2024)
Current clients can reach out to service@lightspeed.com to update pricing
Per Contract Rate
Monthly volume
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Over 100K contracts
$0.20
Over 50K contracts
$0.25
Over 10K contracts
$0.35
Over 2,000 contracts
$0.45
Over 500 contracts
$0.50
Under 500 contracts
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- Understanding Option Pricing
- Basic Option Strategies
- Calculating Intrinsic Value of Call Options
- Calculating Intrinsic Value of Put Options
Customers must read and understand the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before engaging in any options trading strategies. Options transactions are often complex and may involve the potential of losing the entire investment in a relatively short period of time. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk, including the potential for losses that may exceed the original investment amount. Options trading subject to eligibility
requirements.Commissions: Accounts under $15,000 will be subject to a $25 monthly minimum commission fee, minus any actual commissions charged in the prior month. Lightspeed Trader and Sterling Trader Pro - a minimum commission charge will be applied to any order of $0.50 on any discounted per share commissions. Eze EMS (formerly RealTick) - minimum commission of $3.00 will be applied to any order. Lightspeed Web & Mobile - minimum commission of $1 will be applied to any options order. Per-share equities pricing is not available on Lightspeed Web & Mobile. All routing fees/rebates and regulatory fees are charged separately.
Active Trader Commissions: Active Trader rates are not automatically applied to any account and do not automatically adjust based on monthly volume. You must contact us to request any rate changes. Rebates will not be issued for past activity. All rates are subject to ongoing review and may be increased if the client fails to meet the trade/share thresholds listed above. All stock/ETF pricing listed on this page applies to listed equities only. Option pricing assumes customer priority status.
Commission structure does not apply to Sterling Vol Trader customers, click here for Sterling Vol Trader pricing.
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Equities, equities options, and commodity futures products and services are offered by Lightspeed Financial Services Group LLC (Member FINRA, NFA and SIPC). Lightspeed Financial Services Group LLC’s SIPC coverage is available only for securities, and for cash held in connection with the purchase or sale of securities, in equities and equities options accounts. You may check the background of Lightspeed Financial Services Group LLC on FINRA’s BrokerCheck.
Options trading entails significant risk and is not appropriate for all investors. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk. Before trading options, please read Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options
ETFs are subject to market fluctuation and the risks of their underlying investments. ETFs are subject to management fees and other expenses.
