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Time Value (Extrinsic Value)

Definition

The portion of an option’s premium above its intrinsic value, reflecting time until expiration and implied volatility.

Example
A call with $2 premium and $0.50 intrinsic value has $1.50 time value.
Frequently Asked Question
What is Time Value (Extrinsic Value) in trading?
The portion of an option’s premium above its intrinsic value, reflecting time until expiration and implied volatility.
APA Citation
Clark, R. (2025). Time Value (Extrinsic Value). VixShield Trading Glossary. Retrieved from https://www.vixshield.com/glossary/time-value-extrinsic-value
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Russell Clark, FNP-C
Author of SPX Mastery series · Founder of VixShield
Last updated:  ·  Source: VixShield Trading Glossary — From SPX Mastery by Russell Clark
⚠️ Not financial advice. This definition is educational content from the SPX Mastery book series by Russell Clark (VixShield). Past performance is not indicative of future results. Trading options involves substantial risk of loss and is not appropriate for all investors. Always paper trade before risking real capital.
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