Long Call - At a Glance

Here is a brief summary about long call strategy.
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Strategy

  • Long Call

Alternative Name

  • n/a

Pre-Requisite Strategy Knowledge

  • Long Stock

Legs of Trade

  • 1 leg
  • Buy 1 XYZ call

Sentiment

  • Bullish

Example

  • Long 10 XYZ January 50 calls for $1.25, plus fees and commissions

Rule to Remember

  • n/a

Max Potential Profit (GAIN)

  • Unlimited

Break-Even Point

  • The breakeven point occurs when XYZ stock price is trading equal to the strike price plus the net premium paid.

Max Potential Risk (LOSS)

  • Net Premium Paid (debit)

Ideal Outcome

  • XYZ price rises significantly above the strike price plus net premium paid

Margin Requirement

  • No

Early Assignment Risk

  • Early assignment risk applies to short options positions only.
  • Long options have no risk of early assignment.

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