Straddle Option Strategy with example

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Straddle Option Strategy with Nifty Example 

What is a Straddle Strategy?

A Straddle is a neutral options strategy where a trader:

  • Buys one Call Option

  • Buys one Put Option

  • Both with the same strike price

  • Same expiry date

This strategy is used when you expect a big move in the market, but you are not sure about the direction (up or down).

It is commonly used before major events like:

  • RBI Policy

  • Budget

  • Election Results

  • Global economic announcements

Example: Nifty Straddle Strategy

  • Nifty Current Level: 25600

  • Buy 25600 CE @ 200

  • Buy 25600 PE @ 200

Total Premium Paid

200 (Call) + 200 (Put) = 400

So your total investment = 400 points

Break-Even Points

To calculate break-even:

Upper Break-Even:

Strike Price + Total Premium
25600 + 400 = 26000

Lower Break-Even:

Strike Price – Total Premium
25600 – 400 = 25200

So Nifty must move:

  • Above 26000 OR

  • Below 25200
    to start making profit.

Profit & Loss Scenario

1️⃣ If Nifty goes to 26200

  • 25600 CE will gain strong value

  • 25600 PE will lose value

  • Net position = Profit (because upside move is strong)

2️⃣ If Nifty falls to 25000

  • 25600 PE will gain strong value

  • 25600 CE will lose value

  • Net position = Profit (because downside move is strong)

3️⃣ If Nifty stays near 25600

  • Both options lose value due to time decay

  • You may incur maximum loss

Maximum Profit

✔️ Unlimited Profit Potential

Because market can move strongly in either direction.

Maximum Loss

❌ Limited to total premium paid
= 400 points

If Nifty expires exactly at 25600, both options expire worthless.

Payoff Structure 

  • Loss is limited in the middle

  • Profit increases sharply on both sides

  • Strategy benefits from high volatility

When to Use Straddle Strategy?

✔️ Before high volatility events
✔️ When expecting big breakout
✔️ When market is consolidating and ready for expansion
✔️ When implied volatility is reasonable

Advantages (Pros)

✅ Profit from big move in any direction
✅ Unlimited profit potential
✅ Limited risk
✅ No need to predict direction

Disadvantages (Cons)

❌ High premium cost (expensive strategy)
❌ Time decay works against you
❌ Requires strong move to become profitable
❌ Loss if market stays sideways

Important Professional Insight

As a trader, remember:

  • Straddle works best when actual volatility > implied volatility

  • Avoid buying straddle when IV is extremely high (premiums expensive)

  • Manage position actively after breakout

  • Consider partial exit if one side gives strong move

Final Conclusion

The Straddle Strategy is ideal for traders who expect a big explosive move in Nifty, but are unsure of the direction.

In our example:

  • Risk = 400 points

  • Break-even = 25200 & 26000

  • Profit = Unlimited

  • Best for event trading

If market moves sharply, this strategy can generate significant returns.
If market stays range-bound, premium erosion will cause losses.


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