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SHORT PUT LADDER | MARRIED PUT | |
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About Strategy |
Short Put Ladder Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented when a trader is slightly bearish on the market. A trader is required to be bullish over the volatility in the market. It involves sale of an ITM Put Option and buying of 1 ATM & 1 OTM Put Options. However, the risk associated with this strategy is limited.
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Married Put Option StrategyThis strategy is applied when trader goes long on the underlying asset i.e. he buys the stock in cash market. He has a bullish view and expects the market to rise in the near future, but simultaneously has the fear of downward movement of the markets. In order to cover his position from vulnerabilities he buys one ATM Put Option of the same underlying asset. Here, a trader wi .. |
SHORT PUT LADDER Vs MARRIED PUT - Details
SHORT PUT LADDER | MARRIED PUT | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bullish |
Type (CE/PE) | PE (Put Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 1 |
Strategy Level | Advance | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Limited |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Put - Net Premium Received Lower Breakeven Point = Total Strike Prices of Long Puts - Strike Price of Short Put + Net Premium Received | Purchase Price of Underlying + Premium Paid |
SHORT PUT LADDER Vs MARRIED PUT - When & How to use ?
SHORT PUT LADDER | MARRIED PUT | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bullish |
When to use? | This strategy is implemented when a trader is slightly bearish on the market. | This Strategy work when the investor goes long in any stock. He expects the rise in market in future. |
Action | Sell ITM Put Option, Buying 1 ATM & 1 OTM Put Option. | Buy 250 XYZ Shares, Buy 1 ATM Put Option |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Put - Net Premium Received Lower Breakeven Point = Total Strike Prices of Long Puts - Strike Price of Short Put + Net Premium Received | Purchase Price of Underlying + Premium Paid |
SHORT PUT LADDER Vs MARRIED PUT - Risk & Reward
SHORT PUT LADDER | MARRIED PUT | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | When Price of Underlying < Total Strike Prices of Long Puts - Strike Price of Short Put + Net Premium Received | Profit = Price of Underlying - Purchase Price of Underlying - Premium Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Strike Price of Short Put - Strike Price of Higher Strike Long Put - Net Premium Received + Commissions Paid | Max Loss = Premium Paid + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Unlimited |
SHORT PUT LADDER Vs MARRIED PUT - Strategy Pros & Cons
SHORT PUT LADDER | MARRIED PUT | |
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Similar Strategies | Strap, Strip | Long Call |
Disadvantage | • Best to use when you are confident about movement of market. • Small margin required. | Cost of the put options eats into profit margin. |
Advantages | • When there is surge in implied volatility, this strategy can give more profit. • Unlimited downside profit. • Limited risk and unlimited reward strategy. | Unlimited Profit and Limited Risk |