Compare Strategies
STRIP | SHORT 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 |
Short Put Option StrategyA trader will short put if he is bullish in nature and expects the underlying asset not to fall below a certain level. Risk: Losses will be potentially unlimited if the stock skyrockets above the strike price of put. |
STRIP Vs SHORT PUT - Details
STRIP | SHORT PUT | |
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Market View | Neutral | Bullish |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 1 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Limited |
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) | Strike Price - Premium |
STRIP Vs SHORT PUT - When & How to use ?
STRIP | SHORT PUT | |
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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 works well when you're Bullish that the price of the underlying will not fall beyond a certain level. |
Action | Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts | Sell 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 - Premium |
STRIP Vs SHORT PUT - Risk & Reward
STRIP | SHORT 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 | Premium received in your account when you sell the Put Option. |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid | Unlimited (When the price of the underlying falls.) |
Risk | Limited | Unlimited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
STRIP Vs SHORT PUT - Strategy Pros & Cons
STRIP | SHORT PUT | |
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Similar Strategies | Strap, Short Put Ladder | Bull Put Spread, Short Starddle |
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. • Huge losses if the price of the underlying stock falls steeply. |
Advantages | Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. | • Benefit from time decay. • Less capital required than buying the stock outright. • Profit when underlying stock price rise, move sideways or drop by a relatively small account. |