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About Strategy |
Ratio Call Spread Option StrategyAs the name suggests, a ratio of 2:1 is followed i.e. buy 1 ITM Call and simultaneously sell OTM Calls double the number of ITM Calls (In this case 2). This strategy is used by 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 since he is |
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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RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - Details
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Limited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + (Points of Maximum Profit / Number of Uncovered Calls), Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call +/- Net Premium Paid or Received | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + Points of Maximum Profit, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls - Points of Maximum Profit |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - When & How to use ?
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
When to use? | This strategy is used by 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 since he is selling two calls. | 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 ITM Call, Sell 2 OTM Calls | Sell 2 ATM Calls |
Breakeven Point | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + (Points of Maximum Profit / Number of Uncovered Calls), Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call +/- Net Premium Paid or Received | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls + Points of Maximum Profit, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Calls - Points of Maximum Profit |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - Risk & Reward
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Strike Price of Short Call - Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid | Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Calls - Max Profit + Commissions 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Reward | Limited | Limited |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL WRITE - Strategy Pros & Cons
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO CALL WRITE | |
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Similar Strategies | Variable Ratio Write | Variable Ratio Write |
Disadvantage | • Unlimited potential loss. • Complex strategy with limited profit. | • Potential loss is higher than gain. • Limited profit. |
Advantages | • Downside risk is almost zero. • Investors can book profit from share prices moving within given limits. • Trader can maximise profit when the share closes at the upper breakeven point. |