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Comparision ( STRIP VS SHORT STRANGLE)

 

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  STRIP SHORT STRANGLE
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

Short Strangle Option Strategy 

This strategy is similar to Short Straddle; the only difference is of the strike prices at which the positions are built. Short Strangle involves selling of one OTM Call Option and selling of one OTM Put Option, of the same expiry date and same underlying asset. Here the probability of making profits is more as there is a spread between the two strike prices, and if ..

STRIP Vs SHORT STRANGLE - Details

STRIP SHORT STRANGLE
Market View Neutral Neutral
Type (CE/PE) CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option) CE (Call Option) + PE (Put Option)
Number Of Positions 3 2
Strategy Level Beginners Advance
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) Lower Break-even = Strike Price of Put - Net Premium, Upper Break-even = Strike Price of Call+ Net Premium

STRIP Vs SHORT STRANGLE - When & How to use ?

STRIP SHORT STRANGLE
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 perfect in a neutral market scenario when the underlying is expected to be less volatile.
Action Buy 1 ATM Call, Buy 2 ATM Puts Sell OTM Call, Sell OTM Put
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) Lower Break-even = Strike Price of Put - Net Premium, Upper Break-even = Strike Price of Call+ Net Premium

STRIP Vs SHORT STRANGLE - Risk & Reward

STRIP SHORT STRANGLE
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 Maximum Profit = Net Premium Received
Maximum Loss Scenario Net Premium Paid + Commissions Paid Loss = Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Call - Net Premium Received
Risk Limited Unlimited
Reward Unlimited Limited

STRIP Vs SHORT STRANGLE - Strategy Pros & Cons

STRIP SHORT STRANGLE
Similar Strategies Strap, Short Put Ladder Short Straddle, Long Strangle
Disadvantage Expensive., The share price must change significantly to generate profit., High Bid/Offer spread can have a negative influence on the position. • Unlimited loss is associated with this strategy, not recommended for beginners. • Limited reward amount.
Advantages Profit is generated when the share price changes in any direction., Limited loss., The profit is potentially unlimited when share prices are moving. • Higher chance of profitability due to selling of OTM options. • Advantage from double time decay and a contraction in volatility. • Traders can book profit when underlying asset stays within a tight trading range.

SHORT STRANGLE