What Is the Long Position of an Options Contract

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Essay

What is the long position of an options contract?

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Definitions:

Private Sector

The private sector comprises businesses and organizations not owned or operated by the government, typically focused on profit-making objectives.

FASB Membership

Individuals who serve on the Financial Accounting Standards Board, the organizaiton responsible for setting accounting standards in the United States.

CPAs

CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) are qualified accountants who have passed the CPA examination and met additional state certification and experience requirements.

Financial Accounting Foundation

An independent, private-sector organization responsible for the oversight, administration, and finances of its standard-setting boards, including the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).