Butterfly Spread Strategy

NeutralAdvanced3-Strike

Create a profit zone around a target price using three different strikes with limited risk.

How It Works

1

Buy Wings: Buy lower and upper strike options for protection.

2

Sell Center: Sell two middle strike options for premium.

3

Profit Zone: Maximum profit if stock pins at middle strike.

Key Metrics

Max Profit:Strike Width - Net Debit
Max Loss:Net Debit Paid
Upper Breakeven:Middle + (Max Profit - Debit)
Lower Breakeven:Middle - (Max Profit - Debit)
Best Case:Stock at middle strike