Pre-trade spread analysis
Model credit and debit spreads, compare break-even and max risk, and sanity-check pricing before entering an order.
Derivatives Research
Options analytics platform for practical trade research.
Auster combines options chains, Greeks, pricing models, strategy workflows, and event-driven analysis so traders and analysts can move from idea to risk-aware execution faster.
What teams need from an options analytics platform
Analyze live options chains with Greeks, implied volatility, and strike-level context in one workflow.
Compare Black-Scholes, binomial tree, and Monte Carlo outputs without switching tools.
Build and review multi-leg strategies with risk framing before placing live trades elsewhere.
Use event and volatility context to avoid trading isolated premium without a regime thesis.
Common workflows
Earnings and event positioning
Pair chain analysis with event context to understand whether implied volatility is compensating you for gap risk.
Post-trade management
Track position risk as price and time change so adjustment decisions are based on quantified scenarios, not guesswork.
Frequently asked questions
Is Auster a broker?
No. Auster is a research and analytics platform for studying options and market risk. It does not execute trades.
Can beginners use it?
Yes, but it is designed for serious analysis. The platform is most useful if you already understand options basics and want better tooling.
Does it include options pricing models?
Yes. Auster includes Black-Scholes, binomial tree, and Monte Carlo tooling as part of its derivatives workflow.