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