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RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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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 |
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. .. |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - Details
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
Type (CE/PE) | CE (Call Option) | PE (Put Option) |
Number Of Positions | 3 | 2 |
Strategy Level | Beginners | Beginners |
Reward Profile | Limited | Max Profit Achieved When Price of Underlying = Strike Price of Short Puts |
Risk Profile | Unlimited | 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 Short Calls + (Points of Maximum Profit / Number of Uncovered Calls), Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call +/- Net Premium Paid or Received | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts + Points of Maximum Profit Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts - Points of Maximum Profit |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - When & How to use ?
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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Market View | Neutral | Neutral |
When to use? | 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. | 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 ITM Call, Sell 2 OTM Calls | Sell 2 ATM Puts |
Breakeven Point | 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 | Upper Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts + Points of Maximum Profit Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Short Puts - Points of Maximum Profit |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - Risk & Reward
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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Maximum Profit Scenario | Strike Price of Short Call - Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid | Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid |
Maximum Loss Scenario | Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Calls - Max Profit + 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 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Reward | Limited | Limited |
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs RATIO PUT WRITE - Strategy Pros & Cons
RATIO CALL SPREAD | RATIO PUT WRITE | |
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Similar Strategies | Variable Ratio Write | Short Strangle and Short Straddle |
Disadvantage | • Unlimited potential loss. • Complex strategy with limited profit. | • Potential loss is higher than gain. • Limited profit. |
Advantages | • 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. |