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BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT CALL LADDER | |
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About Strategy |
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. |
Short Call Ladder Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented when a trader is moderately bullish on the market, and volatility. It involves sale of an ITM Call Option, buying of an ATM Call Option & OTM Call Option. The risk associated with the strategy is limited. Risk:
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BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - Details
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT CALL LADDER | |
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Market View | Bullish | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 2 | 3 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Advance |
Reward Profile | Limited | Unlimited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Limited |
Breakeven Point | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid | Upper Breakeven Point = Total Strike Prices of Long Calls - Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - When & How to use ?
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT CALL LADDER | |
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Market View | Bullish | Neutral |
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. | This strategy is implemented when a trader is moderately bullish on the market, and volatility |
Action | Buy ITM Call Option, Sell OTM Call Option | Sell 1 ITM Call, Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 1 OTM Call |
Breakeven Point | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid | Upper Breakeven Point = Total Strike Prices of Long Calls - Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - Risk & Reward
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT CALL LADDER | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | (Strike Price of Call 1 - Strike Price of Call 2) - Net Premium Paid | Profit Achieved When Price of Underlying > Total Strike Prices of Long Calls - Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid | Strike Price of Lower Strike Long Call - Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Limited | Unlimited |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - Strategy Pros & Cons
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT CALL LADDER | |
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Similar Strategies | Collar | Short Put Ladder, Strip, Strap |
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. | • Unlimited risk. • Margin required. |
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. | • Higher probability of profit. • Unlimited upside profit. • Limited maximum loss. |