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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 |
Bear Put Spread Option StrategyWhen a trader is moderately bearish on the market he can implement this strategy. Bear-Put-Spread involves buying of ITM Put Option and selling of an OTM Put Option. If prices fall, the ITM Put option starts making profits and the OTM Put option also adds to profit at a certain extent if the expiry price stays above the OTM strike. However, if it falls below the OTM .. |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs BEAR PUT SPREAD - Details
RATIO CALL SPREAD | BEAR PUT SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bearish |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Advance |
Reward Profile | Limited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Unlimited | Limited |
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 | Strike Price of Long Put - Net Premium |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs BEAR PUT SPREAD - When & How to use ?
RATIO CALL SPREAD | BEAR PUT SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bearish |
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. | The bear call spread options strategy is used when you are bearish in market view. The strategy minimizes your risk in the event of prime movements going against your expectations. |
Action | Buy 1 ITM Call, Sell 2 OTM Calls | Buy ITM Put Option, Sell OTM Put Option |
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 | Strike Price of Long Put - Net Premium |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs BEAR PUT SPREAD - Risk & Reward
RATIO CALL SPREAD | BEAR PUT SPREAD | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Strike Price of Short Call - Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid | Max Profit = Strike Price of Long Put - Strike Price of Short Put - Net Premium Paid. |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Calls - Max Profit + Commissions Paid | Max Loss = Net Premium Paid. |
Risk | Unlimited | Limited |
Reward | Limited | Limited |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs BEAR PUT SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
RATIO CALL SPREAD | BEAR PUT SPREAD | |
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Similar Strategies | Variable Ratio Write | Bear Call Spread, Bull Call Spread |
Disadvantage | • Unlimited potential loss. • Complex strategy with limited profit. | • Limited profit. • Early assignment risk. |
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. | • If the strike price, expiration date or underlying stocks are rightly chosen then risk of losses would be limited to the net premium paid. • This strategy works well in declining markets. • Limited risk. |