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DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Diagonal Bull Call Spread Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented by a trader when he is neutral – moderately bullish in the near-month contract and bullish in the mid-month contract. It involves sale of 1 Near-Month OTM Call Option and buying of 1 Mid Month ITM Call Option. Risk:
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Ratio Call Spread Option StrategyAs the name suggests, a ratio of 2:1 is followed i.e. buy 1 ITM Call and simultaneously sell OTM Calls double the number of ITM Calls (In this case 2). This strategy is used by trader who is neutral on the market and bearish on the volatility in the near future. Here profits will be capped up to the premium amount and risk will be potentially unlimited since he is .. |
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - Details
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Bullish | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 2 | 3 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Limited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Unlimited |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + (Points of Maximum Profit / Number of Uncovered Calls), Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call +/- Net Premium Paid or Received |
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - When & How to use ?
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Bullish | Neutral |
When to use? | This strategy is used by trader who is neutral on the market and bearish on the volatility in the near future. Here profits will be capped up to the premium amount and risk will be potentially unlimited since he is selling two calls. | |
Action | Buy 1 Long-Term ITM Call Sell 1 Near-Term OTM Call | Buy 1 ITM Call, Sell 2 OTM Calls |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + (Points of Maximum Profit / Number of Uncovered Calls), Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call +/- Net Premium Paid or Received |
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - Risk & Reward
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Strike Price of Short Call - Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid | |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Calls - Max Profit + Commissions Paid | |
Risk | Limited | Unlimited |
Reward | Limited | Limited |
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
DIAGONAL BULL CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Similar Strategies | Bull Put Spread | Variable Ratio Write |
Disadvantage | • Unlimited potential loss. • Complex strategy with limited profit. | |
Advantages | • Downside risk is almost zero. • Investors can book profit from share prices moving within given limits. • Trader can maximise profit when the share closes at the upper breakeven point. |