What are your options - swing trading semi-conductors: stocks vs options
Koen Hoorelbeke
Investment and Options Strategist
Summary: Explore the efficiencies of swing trading semi-conductors using options versus stocks, with a detailed comparison using the VanEck Semiconductor ETF in light of NVIDIA's upcoming earnings release.
Swing trading semi-conductors: stocks vs options
Introduction:
Important note: the strategies and examples provided in this article are purely for educational purposes. They are intended to assist in shaping your thought process and should not be replicated or implemented without careful consideration. Every investor or trader must conduct their own due diligence and take into account their unique financial situation, risk tolerance, and investment objectives before making any decisions. Remember, investing in the stock market carries risk, and it's crucial to make informed decisions.
Bullish put credit spread
Buying the stock/etf
Comparison table:
Characteristic | Bullish Put Credit Spread | Buying the Stock/Etf |
---|---|---|
Maximum Profit | Premium received | Unlimited |
Maximum Loss | Difference between strike prices - premium received | Amount invested |
Risk | Limited | Potential for larger losses with significant price drops |
Profit Potential | Limited to the premium received | Unlimited |
Time Decay (Theta) | Benefits from time decay | Not applicable |
Dividends and Voting Rights | none | Entitled to dividends and voting rights |
Complexity | Moderate due to multi-leg nature | Simple |
Comparing real numbers: 100 shares vs. 9 bullish put credit spreads
Comparison table with real numbers:
Characteristic | Bullish Put Credit Spread | Buying the Stock |
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Position Details | Sell to Open SMH Put 15-sep-2023 strike 140 | Buy to Open SMH 100 @ $145 |
Initial Capital/Investment | $2,900.49 (Margin requirement) | $14,500 (invested) |
Maximum Profit | $1,305 | $2,500 (Based on Take Profit of $170) |
Maximum Profit % | 44.99% | 17.24% |
Maximum Loss | $3,195 | $1,500 (Based on Stop Loss of $130) |
Risk | Limited to $3,195 | Limited to $1,500 based on the stop-loss |
Profit Potential (% of Initial) | 45% (of the margin requirement) | 17.2% (based on the take profit) |
Dividends and Voting Rights | none | Entitled to dividends and voting rights |
Complexity | Moderate | Simple |