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Comparision ( STRIP VS LONG CALL LADDER)

 

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  STRIP LONG CALL LADDER
About Strategy

Strip Option Strategy

Strip 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 Call Ladder Option Strategy 

Long Call Ladder Strategy is an extension to Bull Call Spread Strategy. A trader will be slightly bullish about the market, in this strategy but bearish over volatility. It involves buying of an ITM Call Option and sale of 1 ATM & 1 OTM Call Options. However, the risk associated with this strategy is unlimited and reward is limited.

STRIP Vs LONG CALL LADDER - Details

STRIP LONG CALL LADDER
Market View Neutral Neutral
Type (CE/PE) CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) CE (Call Option)
Number Of Positions 3 3
Strategy Level Beginners Advance
Reward Profile Unlimited Unlimited
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) Upper Breakeven Point = Total Strike Prices of Short Calls - Strike Price of Long Call - Net Premium Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Paid

STRIP Vs LONG CALL LADDER - When & How to use ?

STRIP LONG CALL LADDER
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 an extension to Bull Call Spread Strategy. A trader will be slightly bullish about the market, in this strategy but bearish over volatility.
Action Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts Buy 1 ITM Call, Sell 1 ATM Call, Sell 1 OTM Call
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 = Total Strike Prices of Short Calls - Strike Price of Long Call - Net Premium Paid, Lower Breakeven Point = Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Paid

STRIP Vs LONG CALL LADDER - Risk & Reward

STRIP LONG CALL LADDER
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 Strike Price of Lower Strike Short Call - Strike Price of Long Call - Net Premium Paid - Commissions Paid
Maximum Loss Scenario Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid Price of Underlying - Upper Breakeven Price + Commissions Paid
Risk Limited Unlimited
Reward Unlimited Unlimited

STRIP Vs LONG CALL LADDER - Strategy Pros & Cons

STRIP LONG CALL LADDER
Similar Strategies Strap, Short Put Ladder Short Strangle (Sell Strangle), Short Straddle (Sell Straddle)
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. • Margin required.
Advantages Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. • Reduces capital outlay of bull call spread. • Wider maximum profit zone. • When there is decrease in implied volatility, this strategy can give profit.

LONG CALL LADDER