Options Trading : Buy Calls / Sell Calls / Buy Puts / Sell Puts

OPTIONS TRADING
There can be four basic types of transaction in options.

  • Buy Calls
  • Sell Calls
  • Buy Puts
  • Sell Puts

1)Buy Calls
Outlook – Bullish
Risk –only to the extent of the premium
Rewards are unlimited.

2) Sell Calls
Outlook – neutral to Bearish
Risk –unlimited
Reward –only to the extent of the premium

3) Buy Puts
Outlook – Bearish
Risk – only to the extent of the premium
Reward – substantial (lower price 0 cap)

4) Sell Puts
Outlook – neutral to Bullish
Risk – substantial
Reward –only to the extent of the premium)