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PROTECTIVE PUT | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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About Strategy |
Protective Put Option StrategyProtective Put Strategy is a hedging strategy where trader guards himself from the downside risk. This strategy is adopted when a trader is long on the underlying asset but skeptical of the downside. He will buy one ATM Put Option to hedge his position. Now, if the underlying asset moves either up or down, the trader is in a safe position.
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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. .. |
PROTECTIVE PUT Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - Details
PROTECTIVE PUT | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Bullish | Bullish |
Type (CE/PE) | PE (Put Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 1 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Limited |
Breakeven Point | Purchase Price of Underlying + Premium Paid | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid |
PROTECTIVE PUT Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - When & How to use ?
PROTECTIVE PUT | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Bullish | Bullish |
When to use? | This strategy is adopted when a trader is long on the underlying asset but skeptical of the downside. | This strategy is used when an investor is Bullish in the market but expect the underlying to gain mildly in near future. |
Action | Buy 1 ATM Put | Buy ITM Call Option, Sell OTM Call Option |
Breakeven Point | Purchase Price of Underlying + Premium Paid | Strike price of purchased call + net premium paid |
PROTECTIVE PUT Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - Risk & Reward
PROTECTIVE PUT | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Price of Underlying - Purchase Price of Underlying - Premium Paid | (Strike Price of Call 1 - Strike Price of Call 2) - Net Premium Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Premium Paid + Purchase Price of Underlying - Put Strike + Commissions Paid | Net Premium Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
PROTECTIVE PUT Vs BULL CALL SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
PROTECTIVE PUT | BULL CALL SPREAD | |
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Similar Strategies | Long Call, Call Backspread | Collar |
Disadvantage | • Value of protective put position decreases as time passes • Holding period of the protective put can be affected by the timing as a result tax rate on the profit or loss from the stock can be affected. | • 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 | • Unlimited potential profit due to indefinitely rise in the underlying stock price . • This strategy allows you to hold on to your stocks while insuring against losses. • Hedging strategy, trader can guard himself from the downside risk. | • 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. |