Compare Strategies
STRIP | LONG PUT | |
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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 |
Long Put Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented by buying 1 Put Option i.e. a single position, when the person is bearish on the market and expects the market to move downwards in the near future. |
STRIP Vs LONG PUT - Details
STRIP | LONG PUT | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bearish |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 1 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Risk Profile | Limited | Limited |
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) | Strike Price of Long Put - Premium Paid |
STRIP Vs LONG PUT - When & How to use ?
STRIP | LONG PUT | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bearish |
When to use? | When a trader is bearish on the market and bullish on volatility then he will implement this strategy. | A long put option strategy works well when you're expecting the underlying asset to sharply decline or be volatile in near future. |
Action | Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts | Buy Put 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) | Strike Price of Long Put - Premium Paid |
STRIP Vs LONG PUT - Risk & Reward
STRIP | LONG PUT | |
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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 | Profit = Strike Price of Long Put - Premium Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid | Max Loss = Premium Paid + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Limited |
Reward | Unlimited | Unlimited |
STRIP Vs LONG PUT - Strategy Pros & Cons
STRIP | LONG PUT | |
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Similar Strategies | Strap, Short Put Ladder | Protective Call, Short Put |
Disadvantage | Expensive., The share price must change significantly to generate profit., High Bid/Offer spread can have a negative influence on the position. | • 100% loss if strike price, expiration dates or underlying stocks are badly chosen. • Time decay. |
Advantages | Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. | • Limited risk to the premium paid. • Less capital investment and more profit. • Unlimited profit potential with limited risk. |