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