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LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Long Call Condor Spread Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented when a trader is bearish on the volatility and expects the market to move sideways. Using Call Options of the same expiry date, he will buy one Deep ITM Call Option, sell 1 ITM Call Option, sell 1 OTM Call Option, buy 1 Deep OTM Call Option. The risk and reward both are limited due to offsetting of long and short positions. For t |
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 .. |
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - Details
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | CE (Call Option) |
Number Of Positions | 4 | 3 |
Strategy Level | Advance | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Limited | Limited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Unlimited |
Breakeven Point | Lower Breakeven = Lower Strike Price + Net Premium Upper breakeven = Higher Strike Price - Net Premium | 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 |
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - When & How to use ?
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
When to use? | This strategy works well when you expect the price of the underlying asset to be range bound in the coming days. | 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. |
Action | Buy Deep ITM Call Option, Buy Deep OTM Call Option, Sell ITM Call Option, Sell OTM Call Option | Buy 1 ITM Call, Sell 2 OTM Calls |
Breakeven Point | Lower Breakeven = Lower Strike Price + Net Premium Upper breakeven = Higher Strike Price - Net Premium | 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 |
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - Risk & Reward
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Strike Price of Lower Strike Short Call - Strike Price of Lower Strike Long Call - Net Premium Paid | Strike Price of Short Call - Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid | Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Calls - Max Profit + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Unlimited |
Reward | Limited | Limited |
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD Vs RATIO CALL SPREAD - Strategy Pros & Cons
LONG CALL CONDOR SPREAD | RATIO CALL SPREAD | |
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Similar Strategies | Long Put Butterfly, Short Call Condor, Short Strangle | Variable Ratio Write |
Disadvantage | • Amount of profit is comparatively low. • As this strategy has 4 legs so the brokerage cost is higher that will affect your profit. | • Unlimited potential loss. • Complex strategy with limited profit. |
Advantages | • Capable to generate profit even if there is low volatility in the market. • This strategy is associated with limited risk and limited profit. • Wider profit zone. | • 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. |