Compare Strategies
STRIP | BULL CALENDER 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 |
Bull Calendar Spread Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented when a trader is bullish on the underlying stock/index in the short term say 2 months or so. A trader will write one Near Month OTM Call Option and buy one next Month OTM Call Option, thereby reducing the cost of purchase, with the same strike price of the same underlying asset. This strategy is used when a trader wants to make prof .. |
STRIP Vs BULL CALENDER SPREAD - Details
STRIP | BULL CALENDER SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bullish |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Unlimited |
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) | Stock Price when long call value is equal to net debit. |
STRIP Vs BULL CALENDER SPREAD - When & How to use ?
STRIP | BULL CALENDER SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bullish |
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 a trader wants to make profit from a steady increase in the stock price over a short period of time. |
Action | Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts | Sell 1 Near-Term OTM Call, Buy 1 Long-Term OTM Call |
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) | Stock Price when long call value is equal to net debit. |
STRIP Vs BULL CALENDER SPREAD - Risk & Reward
STRIP | BULL CALENDER 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 | You have unlimited profit potential to the upside. |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid | Max Loss = Premium Paid + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Unlimited |
STRIP Vs BULL CALENDER SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
STRIP | BULL CALENDER SPREAD | |
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Similar Strategies | Strap, Short Put Ladder | The Collar, Bull Put 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 profit even if underlying asset rallies. • If the short call options are assigned when the underlying asset rallies then losses can be sustained. |
Advantages | Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. | • Limited losses to the net debit. • Enable trader to book profit even if underlying asset stays stagnant. • If the market trends reverse, cashing in from stock price movement at limited risk. |