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Comparision ( STRIP VS RISK REVERSAL)

 

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  STRIP RISK REVERSAL
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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

Risk Reversal Option Strategy

This strategy protects an investor from unfavourable price movements in the position but limits the profits can be made on that position. A risk reversal is a hedging strategy that protects a long or short position by using put and call options. In this one option is buying and other is written. In this strategy the trader has to pay a premium, while the written option prod ..

STRIP Vs RISK REVERSAL - Details

STRIP RISK REVERSAL
Market View Neutral Bullish
Type (CE/PE) CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option)
Number Of Positions 3 2
Strategy Level Beginners Advance
Reward Profile Unlimited Unlimited
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) Premium received - Put Strike Price

STRIP Vs RISK REVERSAL - When & How to use ?

STRIP RISK REVERSAL
Market View Neutral Bullish
When to use? When a trader is bearish on the market and bullish on volatility then he will implement this strategy. This strategy can be used for hedging. When an investor want to protect long or short position by using a call and put option.
Action Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts This strategy work when an investor want to hedge their position by buying a put option and selling a call option.
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) Premium received - Put Strike Price

STRIP Vs RISK REVERSAL - Risk & Reward

STRIP RISK REVERSAL
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 You have unlimited profit potential to the upside.
Maximum Loss Scenario Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid You have nearly unlimited downside risk as well because you are short the put
Risk Limited Unlimited
Reward Unlimited Unlimited

STRIP Vs RISK REVERSAL - Strategy Pros & Cons

STRIP RISK REVERSAL
Similar Strategies Strap, Short Put Ladder -
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.
Advantages Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. Unlimited profit.

RISK REVERSAL