What is Straddle?
Straddle — Buying (or selling) both a call and a put at the same strike and expiry, a bet on a big move (or no move) regardless of direction.
In simple terms
A long straddle profits if the stock moves sharply either way.
Why Straddle matters when you invest
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Straddle — frequently asked questions
What is Straddle?
Buying (or selling) both a call and a put at the same strike and expiry, a bet on a big move (or no move) regardless of direction.
What does Straddle mean in the stock market?
Buying (or selling) both a call and a put at the same strike and expiry, a bet on a big move (or no move) regardless of direction. A long straddle profits if the stock moves sharply either way.
Can you give an example of Straddle?
A long straddle profits if the stock moves sharply either way.
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