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Comparision ( STRIP VS SHORT CALL LADDER)

 

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  STRIP SHORT CALL LADDER
About Strategy

Strip Option Strategy

Strip 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

Short Call Ladder Option Strategy 

This strategy is implemented when a trader is moderately bullish on the market, and volatility. It involves sale of an ITM Call Option, buying of an ATM Call Option & OTM Call Option. The risk associated with the strategy is limited.

STRIP Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - Details

STRIP SHORT CALL LADDER
Market View Neutral Neutral
Type (CE/PE) CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) CE (Call Option)
Number Of Positions 3 3
Strategy Level Beginners Advance
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) Upper Breakeven Point = Total Strike Prices of Long Calls - Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received

STRIP Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - When & How to use ?

STRIP SHORT CALL LADDER
Market View Neutral Neutral
When to use? When a trader is bearish on the market and bullish on volatility then he will implement this strategy. This strategy is implemented when a trader is moderately bullish on the market, and volatility
Action Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts Sell 1 ITM Call, Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 1 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) Upper Breakeven Point = Total Strike Prices of Long Calls - Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received

STRIP Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - Risk & Reward

STRIP SHORT CALL LADDER
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 Profit Achieved When Price of Underlying > Total Strike Prices of Long Calls - Strike Price of Short Call + Net Premium Received
Maximum Loss Scenario Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid Strike Price of Lower Strike Long Call - Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received + Commissions Paid
Risk Limited Limited
Reward Unlimited Unlimited

STRIP Vs SHORT CALL LADDER - Strategy Pros & Cons

STRIP SHORT CALL LADDER
Similar Strategies Strap, Short Put Ladder Short Put Ladder, Strip, Strap
Disadvantage Expensive., The share price must change significantly to generate profit., High Bid/Offer spread can have a negative influence on the position. • Unlimited risk. • Margin required.
Advantages Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. • Higher probability of profit. • Unlimited upside profit. • Limited maximum loss.

SHORT CALL LADDER