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About Strategy |
Strap Option StrategyStrap Strategy is similar to Long Straddle, the only difference is the quantity traded. A trader will buy two Call Options and one Put Options. In this strategy, a trader is very bullish on the market and volatility on upside but wants to hedge himself in case the stock doesn’t perform as per his expectations. This strategy will make more profits compared to long straddle sin |
Reverse Iron Condor Option StrategyReverse Iron Condor as the name suggests is the opposite of Iron Condors. In Reverse Iron Condor, a trader is bullish about volatility and expects the market to make a significant move in the near future in either direction. Here a trader will buy 1 OTM Call Option, sell 1 Deep OTM Call Option, buy 1 OTM Put Option, sell 1 Deep OTM Put Option. This strategy also .. |
STRAP Vs REVERSE IRON CONDOR - Details
STRAP | REVERSE IRON CONDOR | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 4 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Advance |
Reward Profile | Profit Achieved When Price of Underlying > Strike Price of Calls/Puts + (Net Premium Paid/2) OR Price of Underlying < Strike Price of Calls/Puts - Net Premium Paid | Limited |
Risk Profile | Max Loss Occurs When Price of Underlying = Strike Price of Calls/Puts | Limited |
Breakeven Point | Strike Price of Calls/Puts + (Net Premium Paid/2) | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Put - Net Premium Paid |
STRAP Vs REVERSE IRON CONDOR - When & How to use ?
STRAP | REVERSE IRON CONDOR | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
When to use? | This strategy is used when the investor is bullish on the stock and expects volatility in the near future. | In Reverse Iron Condor, a trader is bullish about volatility and expects the market to make a significant move in the near future in either direction |
Action | Buy 2 ATM Call Option, Buy 1 ATM Put Option | Buy 1 OTM Put, Sell 1 OTM Put (Lower Strike), Buy 1 OTM Call, Sell 1 OTM Call (Higher Strike) |
Breakeven Point | Strike Price of Calls/Puts + (Net Premium Paid/2) | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Put - Net Premium Paid |
STRAP Vs REVERSE IRON CONDOR - Risk & Reward
STRAP | REVERSE IRON CONDOR | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | UNLIMITED | Strike Price of Short Call (or Long Put) - Strike Price of Long Call (or Short Put) - Net Premium Paid - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid | Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
STRAP Vs REVERSE IRON CONDOR - Strategy Pros & Cons
STRAP | REVERSE IRON CONDOR | |
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Similar Strategies | Strip, Short Put Ladder, Short Call Ladder | Short Condor |
Disadvantage | • To generate profit, there should be significant change in share price. • Expensive strategy. | • Potential loss is higher than gain. • Limited profit. |
Advantages | • Limited loss. • If share prices are moving then traders can book unlimited profit. • A trader can still book profit if the underlying falls substantially. | • Able to profit whether stocks move in either direction up or down. • This strategy can be used by option traders who cannot use credit spreads. • Predictable maximum loss and profits. |