Comparision (RATIO CALL SPREAD
VS CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY)
Compare Strategies
RATIO CALL SPREAD
CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY
About Strategy
Ratio Call Spread Option Strategy
As 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
This Strategy is an advance option strategy that consists of three legs and six total options. In this strategy buying one call at strike price A, skipping strike price B, writes three calls at strike price C, and buying two calls at strike price D for same expiration dates for neutral to bullish forecast. An investor used this strategy to potential retur ..
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY - Details
RATIO CALL SPREAD
CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY
Market View
Neutral
Bullish
Type (CE/PE)
CE (Call Option)
CE (Call Option)
Number Of Positions
3
4
Strategy Level
Beginners
Advance
Reward Profile
Limited
Limited
Risk Profile
Unlimited
Limited
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
Lowest strike prices + premium paid – the half premium.
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY - When & How to use ?
RATIO CALL SPREAD
CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY
Market View
Neutral
Bullish
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 used when an investor wants potential returns.
Action
Buy 1 ITM Call, Sell 2 OTM Calls
• Buy 1 call , • Sell 3 calls, • Buy 2 calls
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
Lowest strike prices + premium paid – the half premium.
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY - Risk & Reward
RATIO CALL SPREAD
CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY
Maximum Profit Scenario
Strike Price of Short Call - Strike Price of Long Call + Net Premium Received - Commissions Paid
Price of Underlying - Strike Price of Short Calls - Max Profit + Commissions Paid
Net Debit paid for the strategy.
Risk
Unlimited
Limited
Reward
Limited
Limited
RATIO CALL SPREAD Vs CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY - Strategy Pros & Cons
RATIO CALL SPREAD
CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH CALL OPTION STRATEGY
Similar Strategies
Variable Ratio Write
CHRISTMAS TREE SPREAD WITH PUT OPTION
Disadvantage
• Unlimited potential loss. • Complex strategy with limited profit.
• Potential profit is lower or limited.
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.