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PUT BACKSPREAD | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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About Strategy |
Put Backspread Option StrategyIf the trader is bearish on market and bullish in volatility, he will implement this strategy. However the trader can be neutral in nature i.e. indifferent if the market moves in either of the direction, this strategy will make profits, but uptrend will give a capped income than downtrend which will give unlimited returns. |
Bull Call Spread Option StrategyBull Call Spread option trading strategy is used by a trader who is bullish in nature and expects the underlying asset to give decent returns in the near future. This strategy includes buying of an ‘In The Money’ Call Option and selling of ‘Deep Out Of the Money’ Call Option of the same underlying asset and the same expiration date. .. |
PUT BACKSPREAD Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - Details
PUT BACKSPREAD | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Bearish | Bullish |
Type (CE/PE) | PE (Put Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 2 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Advance | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Limited | |
Risk Profile | Limited | |
Breakeven Point | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid |
PUT BACKSPREAD Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - When & How to use ?
PUT BACKSPREAD | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Bearish | Bullish |
When to use? | This strategy is used when an investor is Bullish in the market but expect the underlying to gain mildly in near future. | |
Action | Buy ITM Call Option, Sell OTM Call Option | |
Breakeven Point | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid |
PUT BACKSPREAD Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - Risk & Reward
PUT BACKSPREAD | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | (Strike Price of Call 1 - Strike Price of Call 2) - Net Premium Paid | |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid | |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
PUT BACKSPREAD Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
PUT BACKSPREAD | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Disadvantage | • Limited profit potential to the higher strike call sold if the underlying stock price rises. • Maximum profit only if stock rises to the higher of 2 strike prices selected. | |
Advantages | • Allows you to reduce risk and cost of your investment. • When placing the spread, exit strategy is pre-determined in advance. • Risk is limited to the net premium paid. |