Moneyness

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Definition of 'Moneyness'

A description of a derivative relating its strike price to the price of its underlying asset. Moneyness describes the intrinsic value of an option in its current state.
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Investopedia explains 'Moneyness'

Moneyness tells option holders whether exercising will lead to a profit. There are many forms of moneyness, including in,out or at the money. Moneyness looks at the value of an option if you were to exercise it right away. A loss would signify the option is out of the money, while a gain would mean it's in the money. At the money means that you will break even upon exercising the option. 
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'Moneyness'

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