Black Scholes Model Calculator

Calculate the theoretical price of European call and put options using the Black-Scholes model.

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This calculator computes the theoretical price of European call and put options using the Black-Scholes model with dividends.

  1. Enter the required inputs:
    • Current Stock Price (S): The current market price of the underlying stock (e.g., 100).
    • Strike Price (K): The option's exercise price (e.g., 105).
    • Time to Expiration (years): Time until option expiry in years (e.g., 1 for one year, 0.5 for six months).
    • Risk-Free Rate (%): Annual risk-free interest rate as a percentage (e.g., 5 for 5%).
    • Volatility (%): Annual standard deviation of stock returns as a percentage (e.g., 20 for 20%).
    • Dividend Yield (%): Annual dividend yield as a percentage (default is 0).
  2. Click "Calculate". The button will process all inputs.
  3. View results:
    • Call Option Price (green) and Put Option Price (red) are displayed.
    • A Formula Breakdown section shows the calculated d1, d2, and the formulas used.

Notes:

  • All input fields must be filled with valid positive numbers (except risk-free rate, which can be zero).
  • Time to expiration must be in years (use decimals for partial years).
  • Percentages are entered as whole numbers (e.g., 20 for 20%).
  • If an error occurs, a red message will appear below the button.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Black-Scholes model is a mathematical model for pricing European-style options, assuming constant volatility and interest rates.

Current stock price, strike price, time to expiration, risk-free rate, volatility, and dividend yield.

No, the Black-Scholes model is designed for European options that cannot be exercised early.

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