Tom White
Director & Managing Editor of Content, Schwab Network

About Tom White

Tom White is the co-host of Fast Market, as well as the Managing Editor of Content for the Schwab Network. 

Previously, he traded as a market maker on the floor of the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) for over 15 years trading options in ETFs, indices, and stocks. He was also the Chief Strategist of a TD Ameritrade-based options advisory service for nine years.

White has also appeared on multiple media outlets and trader conferences offering insights and commentary on financial markets, trading, and option strategies. 

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Body and Wings: Introduction to the Butterfly Options Spread Strategy August 10, 2023 1:12 PM   |  

Learn more about the concept of butterfly options spreads, how they are different from iron condors, and an explanation of a butterfly options strategy.

5 min read  |  Advanced Options Strategies

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