I often talk about asymmetric bets…
You can think of them as trying to surf the perfect wave.Requiring skill, timing, & some luck
But once you catch it, can truly propel your PnL! And these bets aren’t just for startups, crypto, or surfers
They’re embedded in #Options too!☟
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☞ List of asymmetric opportunities by @naval on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/naval/status/1054984950192181248 ☜
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➠ ASYMMETRIC OPPORTUNITIES ARE EVERYWHERE
σ It’s time to uncover the hidden gems that can make trading options a game-changer for your portfolio.
Buckle up, fellow traders!
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σ First things first: What’s an asymmetric bet?
It’s an investment w/skewed risk-reward ratio, where the potential upside far exceeds the downside risk.
In the world of options, finding these opportunities is what we live for.
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σ The beauty of options trading lies in its flexibility.
You can profit in any market condition: bullish, bearish, or neutral.
Let’s explore how you can create asymmetric bets using various options strategies.
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➠ STRATEGY #1 | LONG CALLS
σ By owning call options, you can get leverage to a small upfront capital investment, w/the right to own a much more significant sized investment.
If the underlying stock skyrockets, your gains can be exponential, while your risk is limited to the premium you already paid.
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➠ STRATEGY #2 | BUTTERFLY SPREADS
σ This low-cost, limited-risk strategy can generate significant profits if the underlying asset doesn’t move before the option expires.
So this a position you’d put on if you expect volatility to be lower.
Giving you a directionally neutral strategy that comes w/a fixed risk & capped profits and losses.
But still, asymmetric returns w/minimal capital at risk!
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➠ STRATEGY #3 | VERTICAL SPREADS
σ By combining long & short options of the same type and expiry, you can create asymmetric bets w/defined risk.
Bull Call/Bear Put/Bull Put/Bear Call Spreads are just a few examples of vertical spreads.
Each allowing you to take a directional view but with a bit of built-in safety.
Education & experience are vital to fully grasping these concepts.
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σ Becoming an options expert requires dedication & a deep understanding of the #Greeks
• Delta
• Gamma
• Theta
• Vega & a few others
Mastering these concepts can significantly enhance your options trading prowess.
#OptionsEducation
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➠ RESEARCH, RESEARCH, RESEARCH!
σ Stay informed about market trends, macroeconomic events, & analytics.
The more you know, the better equipped you’ll be to spot asymmetric opportunities in the options market.
#MarketResearch #KnowledgeIsPower
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➠ TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
σ Options have expiration dates, so timing plays a crucial role in your trading strategy.
Learn to identify catalysts & events that create asymmetric bets w/in a specific time frame.
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➠ PASSION CAN FUEL SUCCESS
σ Embrace the challenges (they’ll be plenty) & celebrate your wins (internalize them, enjoy them, feel them, get back to work).
Stay hungry, stay curious, & always strive for improvement.
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Trading options can be an asymmetric bet not just for your portfolio, but for your life!
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➠ CONCLUSION
σ Trading options offer a plethora of asymmetric opportunities for those willing to learn, adapt, & evolve.
The options market is vast & versatile.
Providing fertile ground for creating life-changing bets.
Now go forth & conquer!
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What’s the #1 asymmetric bet you see now?
How are you planning to trade it?
Don’t be shy – let me know in the comments!
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Cheers!
