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BULL CALL SPREAD | MARRIED PUT | |
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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. |
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 .. |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs MARRIED PUT - Details
BULL CALL SPREAD | MARRIED PUT | |
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Market View | Bullish | Bullish |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 2 | 1 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Limited | Unlimited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Limited |
Breakeven Point | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid | Purchase Price of Underlying + Premium Paid |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs MARRIED PUT - When & How to use ?
BULL CALL SPREAD | MARRIED PUT | |
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Market View | Bullish | 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. | This Strategy work when the investor goes long in any stock. He expects the rise in market in future. |
Action | Buy ITM Call Option, Sell OTM Call Option | Buy 250 XYZ Shares, Buy 1 ATM Put Option |
Breakeven Point | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid | Purchase Price of Underlying + Premium Paid |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs MARRIED PUT - Risk & Reward
BULL CALL SPREAD | MARRIED PUT | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | (Strike Price of Call 1 - Strike Price of Call 2) - Net Premium Paid | Profit = Price of Underlying - Purchase Price of Underlying - Premium Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid | Max Loss = Premium Paid + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Limited | Unlimited |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs MARRIED PUT - Strategy Pros & Cons
BULL CALL SPREAD | MARRIED PUT | |
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Similar Strategies | Collar | Long Call |
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. | Cost of the put options eats into profit margin. |
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. | Unlimited Profit and Limited Risk |