Whats the difference between vol and vola

Discussion in 'Trading' started by SillyWilly, Apr 11, 2018.

  1. SillyWilly

    SillyWilly

    Whats the difference between vol and vola?
     
    #1     Apr 11, 2018
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  2. destriero

    destriero

    Same. Fungible. Pick one, or use vola when discussing volume as well.
     
    #2     Apr 11, 2018
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  3. OptionsOptionsOptions

    OptionsOptionsOptions


    • Vol = Volume
    • Vola = Volatility
     
    #3     Apr 11, 2018
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  4. JackRab

    JackRab

    Vol is short for...

    If you generally trade options, when you speak of vol it's volatility. If you never trade options... you're probably talking about volume.
     
    #4     Apr 11, 2018
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