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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 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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BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT PUT LADDER - Details
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT PUT LADDER | |
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Market View | Bullish | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | PE (Put 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 = 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 |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT PUT LADDER - When & How to use ?
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT PUT 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 slightly bearish on the market. |
Action | Buy ITM Call Option, Sell OTM Call Option | Sell ITM Put Option, Buying 1 ATM & 1 OTM Put Option. |
Breakeven Point | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid | 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 |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT PUT LADDER - Risk & Reward
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT PUT LADDER | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | (Strike Price of Call 1 - Strike Price of Call 2) - Net Premium Paid | When Price of Underlying < Total Strike Prices of Long Puts - Strike Price of Short Put + Net Premium Received |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid | Strike Price of Short Put - Strike Price of Higher Strike Long Put - Net Premium Received + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Limited | Unlimited |
BULL CALL SPREAD Vs SHORT PUT LADDER - Strategy Pros & Cons
BULL CALL SPREAD | SHORT PUT LADDER | |
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Similar Strategies | Collar | Strap, Strip |
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. | • Best to use when you are confident about movement of market. • Small 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. | • When there is surge in implied volatility, this strategy can give more profit. • Unlimited downside profit. • Limited risk and unlimited reward strategy. |