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STRIP | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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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 |
Ratio Put Write Option StrategyThis strategy is implemented by selling (short) the underlying asset in the cash/futures market. Simultaneously, sell ATM Puts double the number of long quantity. This strategy is used by a trader who in 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. .. |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - Details
STRIP | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Unlimited | Max Profit Achieved When Price of Underlying = Strike Price of Short Puts |
Risk Profile | Limited | Loss Occurs When Price of Underlying < Strike Price of Short Put - Net Premium Received OR Price of Underlying > Strike Price of Short Put + Net Premium Received |
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) | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts + Points of Maximum Profit Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts - Points of Maximum Profit |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - When & How to use ?
STRIP | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
When to use? | When a trader is bearish on the market and bullish on volatility then he will implement this strategy. | This strategy is implemented by selling (short) the underlying asset in the cash/futures market. This strategy is used by a trader who in neutral on the market and bearish on the volatility in the near future |
Action | Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts | Sell 2 ATM Puts |
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) | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts + Points of Maximum Profit Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts - Points of Maximum Profit |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - Risk & Reward
STRIP | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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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 | Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid | Price of Underlying - Sale Price of Underlying - Net Premium Received OR Strike Price of Short Put - Price of Underlying - Net Premium Received + Commissions Paid |
Risk | Limited | Unlimited |
Reward | Unlimited | Limited |
STRIP Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - Strategy Pros & Cons
STRIP | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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Similar Strategies | Strap, Short Put Ladder | Short Strangle and Short Straddle |
Disadvantage | Expensive., The share price must change significantly to generate profit., High Bid/Offer spread can have a negative influence on the position. | • Potential loss is higher than gain. • Limited profit. |
Advantages | Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. |