Put-Call Parity

Arbitrage relationship between puts and calls

Positions in Chart: Own NIFTY + Buy 1 lot of 25800 PE + Sell 1 lot of 25800 CE. Spot price: 25800

Setup

Long Stock + Long Put + Short Call

When to Use

  • Arbitrage when options are mispriced

Market Outlook

Volatility ExpectationExpected to Remain Stable
Price DirectionExpected to Stay Flat

Risk & Reward

Breakeven PointStock Price + Net Premium
Max Contract LossNet Premium Paid
Max Position LossSame as Max Contract Loss

Strategy Details

Complexity LevelIntermediate
DirectionNeutral - Not much move
VolatilityNeutral
Number of Legs3 Leg
Strategy TypeDebit
Hedging CapabilityHeavily Hedged

Description

Put-call parity shows the relationship between puts and calls

Example

If NIFTY is at ₹25,800, buying stock, buying a put, and selling a call at the same strike should have zero net exposure if properly priced.

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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