Compare Strategies
LONG STRADDLE | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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About Strategy |
Long Straddle Option StrategyStraddle is neither bullish nor bearish strategy; it is a market neutral strategy. Here a trader wishes to take advantage of the volatility in the market. This strategy involves buying of one Call option and one Put option of the same strike price, same expiry date and of the same underlying asset. Now a trader is bound to make profits once stock moves in either direc |
Ratio Call Write Option StrategyThis strategy involves buying of an underlying asset in the cash/futures market and simultaneously selling ATM Calls double the number of long quantity. This strategy is used by a 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.
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LONG STRADDLE Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - Details
LONG STRADDLE | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 2 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Unlimited |
Breakeven Point | Lower Breakeven = Strike Price of Put - Net Premium, Upper breakeven = Strike Price of Call + Net Premium | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + Points of Maximum Profit, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls - Points of Maximum Profit |
LONG STRADDLE Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - When & How to use ?
LONG STRADDLE | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
When to use? | This options strategy is work well when and investor market view is bearish. The strategy minimizes your risk in the event of prime movements going against your expectations. | This strategy is used by a trader who is neutral on the market and bearish on the volatility in the near future. |
Action | Buy Call Option, Buy Put Option | Sell 2 ATM Calls |
Breakeven Point | Lower Breakeven = Strike Price of Put - Net Premium, Upper breakeven = Strike Price of Call + Net Premium | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + Points of Maximum Profit, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls - Points of Maximum Profit |
LONG STRADDLE Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - Risk & Reward
LONG STRADDLE | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Max profit is achieved when at one option is exercised. | Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Maximum Loss = Net Premium Paid | Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received OR Purchase Price of Underlying - Price of Underlying - Net Premium Received + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Unlimited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
LONG STRADDLE Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - Strategy Pros & Cons
LONG STRADDLE | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Similar Strategies | Bear Put Spread | Variable Ratio Write |
Disadvantage | • There should be continuous movement of the stock and options price for this strategy to be profitable. • Time decay hurts long option if the strike price, expiration date or underlying stock are badly chosen. | • Potential loss is higher than gain. • Limited profit. |
Advantages | • Unlimited potential beyond the breakeven point in either direction . • Book your profit from highly volatile stocks without determining the direction. • Limited risk, more profit. |