Bear Call Spread

Sell lower strike Call, buy higher strike Call

Positions in Chart: Sell 1 lot of 26000 CE, Buy 1 lot of 26200 CE. Spot price: 25800

Setup

Sell lower strike OTM Call + Buy higher strike OTM Call

When to Use

  • Moderate bearish outlook with income generation

Market Outlook

Volatility ExpectationExpected to Remain Stable
Price DirectionExpected to Fall Moderately

Risk & Reward

Breakeven PointLower Strike + Net Premium Received
Max Contract LossStrike Difference - Net Premium Received
Max Position LossSame as Max Contract Loss

Strategy Details

Complexity LevelIntermediate
DirectionSteady Bearish
VolatilityNeutral
Number of Legs2 Leg
Strategy TypeCredit
Hedging CapabilityMinor Hedging

Description

A bear call spread involves selling a call at a lower strike and buying a call at a higher strike

Example

If NIFTY is at ₹25,800, you sell a ₹26,000 Call for ₹80 and buy a ₹26,200 Call for ₹50, receiving ₹30 net credit. Maximum profit is ₹30 if NIFTY stays below ₹26,000.

This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Data is constructed and is not actual. Calculations may have errors.

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