Options Spreads vs. Naked Options
Praveen Dubey (SEBI Registered RA)
SP RESEARCHVIA PVT. LTD. (INH000015808)
Managing Leverage in Index Options
Retail traders often lose capital by purchasing cheap out-of-the-money options. Under trading frameworks at SP RESEARCHVIA PVT. LTD., we compare naked buying against structured spreads.
Why are option spreads safer than naked options?
Option spreads combine buy and sell legs to hedge risk. They cap maximum loss upfront and reduce time decay (Theta) drag, unlike naked buying where options can expire worthless due to market consolidation.
Execution Guidelines
For Nifty and Bank Nifty weekly contracts, use spreads like Bull Call Spreads or Iron Condors to limit tail risks and maintain consistent returns.
Written by Praveen Dubey
Chief Research Analyst | SEBI Reg: INH000015808
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