Compare Strategies
LONG PUT | NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD | |
---|---|---|
![]() |
![]() |
|
About Strategy |
Long Put Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented by buying 1 Put Option i.e. a single position, when the person is bearish on the market and expects the market to move downwards in the near future. |
Neutral Calendar Spread Option strategyThis strategy is implemented if the trader is neutral in the near future for say 2 months or so. This strategy involves writing of Near Month 1 ATM Call Option and buying 1 Mid Month ATM Call Option, hence reducing the cost of purchase, with the same strike price of the same underlying asset. This strategy is used when the trader wants to make money from the .. |
LONG PUT Vs NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD - Details
LONG PUT | NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD | |
---|---|---|
Market View | Bearish | Neutral |
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 | Strike Price of Long Put - Premium Paid | - |
LONG PUT Vs NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD - When & How to use ?
LONG PUT | NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD | |
---|---|---|
Market View | Bearish | Neutral |
When to use? | A long put option strategy works well when you're expecting the underlying asset to sharply decline or be volatile in near future. | This strategy is implemented if the trader is neutral in the near future for say 2 months or so. This strategy involves writing of Near Month 1 ATM Call Option and buying 1 Mid Month ATM Call Option. |
Action | Buy Put Option | Sell 1 Near-Term ATM Call, Buy 1 Long-Term ATM Call |
Breakeven Point | Strike Price of Long Put - Premium Paid | - |
LONG PUT Vs NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD - Risk & Reward
LONG PUT | NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD | |
---|---|---|
Maximum Profit Scenario | Profit = Strike Price of Long Put - Premium Paid | Maximum Profit Limited When underlying stock price remains unchanged on expiration of the near month options. |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Max Loss = Premium Paid + Commissions Paid | It occurs when the stock price goes down and stays down until expiration of the longer term options. |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
LONG PUT Vs NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
LONG PUT | NEUTRAL CALENDAR SPREAD | |
---|---|---|
Similar Strategies | Protective Call, Short Put | Long Put Butterfly, Iron Butterfly |
Disadvantage | • 100% loss if strike price, expiration dates or underlying stocks are badly chosen. • Time decay. | • Lower profitability • Must have enough experience. |
Advantages | • Limited risk to the premium paid. • Less capital investment and more profit. • Unlimited profit potential with limited risk. | • Almost zero margin required. • Ability to profit from time decay, limited risk. • This strategy allows you to transform position into long position. |