Delta

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Delta. First derivative of option value with respect to theoretical price is a delta (or on a position). Theoretical price

Delta tells you what options to buy to get the equivalent price sensitivity to the underlying. How many at that price to get that hedge. So for example an at the money option has a delta of 50. Units

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