The Options Trade That Looks Safe Until It Isn't Hidden-Risk Analyzer Reviewed 2026-07-31 Formula: Risk score = weighted sum of visible and hidden risk categories, with penalties for missing inputs. Checklist: - Name the maximum loss and collateral required. - Check bid/ask spread and open liquidity assumptions. - Identify catalysts and after-hours exposure. - Prefer defined risk when the worst case is hard to tolerate. Educational use only. Options involve risk and results depend on your assumptions.