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Short straddle

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Definition:
Selling an option straddle position.


A Short straddle is the simultaneous sale of a put and call at the same strike with same expiry. The position benefits from time decay as the underlying fails to move away from the strike price. The maximum profit is limited to the premium earned upfront. The maximum loss is unlimited.


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