Compare Strategies
STRIP | BEAR CALL SPREAD | |
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About Strategy |
Strip Option StrategyStrip Strategy is the opposite of Strap Strategy. When a trader is bearish on the market and bullish on volatility then he will implement this strategy by buying two ATM Put Options & one ATM Call Option, of the same strike price, expiry date & underlying asset. If the prices move downwards then this strategy will make more profits compared to short straddle because of the |
Bear Call Spread Option StrategyBear Call Spread option trading strategy is used by a trader who is bearish in nature and expects the underlying asset to dip in the near future. This strategy includes buying of an ‘Out of the Money’ Call Option and selling one ‘In the Money’ Call Option of the same underlying asset and the same expiration date. When you write a call, you receive premium thereby r .. |
STRIP Vs BEAR CALL SPREAD - Details
STRIP | BEAR CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bearish |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Limited |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Calls/Puts + Net Premium Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Calls/Puts - (Net Premium Paid/2) | Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received |
STRIP Vs BEAR CALL SPREAD - When & How to use ?
STRIP | BEAR CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bearish |
When to use? | When a trader is bearish on the market and bullish on volatility then he will implement this strategy. | This strategy is used when you are bearish in market view. The strategy minimizes your risk in the event of prime movements going against your expectations. |
Action | Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts | Buy OTM Call Option, Sell ITM Call Option |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Calls/Puts + Net Premium Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Calls/Puts - (Net Premium Paid/2) | Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received |
STRIP Vs BEAR CALL SPREAD - Risk & Reward
STRIP | BEAR CALL SPREAD | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Calls - Net Premium Paid OR 2 x (Strike Price of Puts - Price of Underlying) - Net Premium Paid | Max Profit = Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid | Maximum Loss = Long Call Strike Price - Short Call Strike Price - Net Premium Received |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
STRIP Vs BEAR CALL SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
STRIP | BEAR CALL SPREAD | |
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Similar Strategies | Strap, Short Put Ladder | Bear Put Spread, Bull Call Spread |
Disadvantage | Expensive., The share price must change significantly to generate profit., High Bid/Offer spread can have a negative influence on the position. | • Limited amount of profit. • Margin requirement, more commission charges. |
Advantages | Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. | • This strategy takes advantage of time decay. • Investors can get profit in a flat market scenario. • Investors can earn options premium income with a lower degree of risk. |