Synopsis

A study on Option Strategies adopted by investors with special reference to

SMC Global Securities Ltd.

Introduction
 Most strategies that options investors use have limited risk but also limited profit
potential. For this reason, options strategies are not get-rich-quick schemes.
Transactions generally require less capital than equivalent stock transactions, and
therefore return smaller amounts - but a potentially greater percentage of the
investment - than equivalent stock transactions.

 Before you buy or sell options you need a strategy, and before you choose an
options strategy, you need to understand how you want options to work in your
portfolio. A particular strategy is successful only if it performs in a way that helps
you meet your investment goals.

 One of the benefits of options is the flexibility they offer—they can complement
portfolios in many different ways. So it's worth taking the time to identify a goal that
suits you and your financial plan. Once you've chosen a goal, you'll have narrowed
the range of strategies to use. As with any type of investment, only some of the
strategies will be appropriate for your objective.

 Some options strategies, such as writing covered calls, are relatively simple to
understand and execute. There are more complicated strategies, however, such as
spreads and collars that require two opening transactions. These strategies are
often used to further limit the risk associated with options, but they may also limit
potential return. When you limit risk, there is usually a trade-off.

Types of Strategies

Option Strategies

(A) Spread (B) Combination (C) Synthetic

Combination of
Either All Calls or All Either only Buying
Futures and Options
Puts or only Selling
for arbitraging
Objective
The primary objective of this
different option strategies,
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achieve their financial goals.
project is to investigate and present an in-depth analysis of
including their potential for risk management, income
trading. By examining a range of strategies, the project
how investors and traders can effectively utilize options to

Scope
The project encompasses a diverse array of option strategies, including but not limited to:

1. Covered Call Strategy: This involves holding a long position in a stock while
simultaneously writing (selling) call options on the same asset. The goal is to
generate income from the premiums received from selling the calls.

2. Protective Put Strategy: This strategy involves holding a long position in a stock
and purchasing put options to hedge against potential downside risk.

3. Straddle and Strangle Strategies: These strategies involve buying both call and
put options with the same expiration date and strike price (straddle) or with different
strike prices (strangle). They are used to capitalize on significant price movements,
regardless of the direction.

4. Bullish and Bearish Spread Strategies: These strategies involve using

combinations of call and put options to profit from both bullish (upward) and bearish
(downward) price movements while managing risk.

5. Collar Strategy: In this strategy, an investor holds a long position in a stock, buys a
protective put, and finances the put by selling a covered call. This creates a range
of protection against both downside and upside risk.

Methodology
The project employs a combination of theoretical analysis and practical examples to
illustrate the mechanics and outcomes of each option strategy. Real-world case studies
and simulations will be used to demonstrate how these strategies perform under different
market conditions.

Benefits: The research and analysis presented in this project offer several benefits to
investors, traders, and financial professionals:
  Enhanced Understanding: Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of
how option strategies work, their potential benefits, and the market conditions
where they are most effective.

 Risk Management: By exploring strategies like protective puts and collars,

investors can learn how to mitigate risk in their portfolios.

 Income Generation: Covered call and other income-focused strategies can help
individuals generate additional income from their existing stock holdings.

 Flexibility: Understanding a variety of strategies provides investors with the

flexibility to adapt to different market scenarios and tailor their approaches to their
specific goals.

Conclusion
The project on option strategies serves as a valuable resource for both novice and
experienced investors seeking to harness the power of options. By delving into the
mechanics, benefits, and risks of various strategies, readers can make informed decisions,
optimize their investment approaches, and potentially enhance their overall portfolio
performance.

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