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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 |
Ratio Put Spread Option StrategyThis strategy involves buying ITM Puts and simultaneously selling OTM Puts, double the number of ITM Puts. 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. |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT SPREAD - Details
STRIP | RATIO PUT SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 3 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Unlimited |
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 = Strike Price of Long Put +/- Net Premium Received or Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts - (Points of Maximum Profit / Number of Uncovered Puts) |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT SPREAD - When & How to use ?
STRIP | RATIO PUT SPREAD | |
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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 used by a trader who is neutral on the market and bearish on the volatility in the near future. |
Action | Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts | Buy 1 ITM Put, Sell 2 OTM Puts |
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 = Strike Price of Long Put +/- Net Premium Received or Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts - (Points of Maximum Profit / Number of Uncovered Puts) |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT SPREAD - Risk & Reward
STRIP | RATIO PUT 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 | Strike Price of Long Put - Strike Price of Short Put + Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid | Strike Price of Short - Price of Underlying - Max Profit + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Unlimited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
STRIP | RATIO PUT SPREAD | |
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Similar Strategies | Strap, Short Put Ladder | Short Straddle (Sell Straddle), Short Strangle (Sell Strangle) |
Disadvantage | Expensive., The share price must change significantly to generate profit., High Bid/Offer spread can have a negative influence on the position. | • Unlimited potential risk. • Limited profit. |
Advantages | Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. | • Directional strategy so that there is either no upside or downside risk. • Able to profit even if trader is neutral on the market. • Higher probability of profit. |