Last updated on March 1st, 2022 , 06:11 am
Buying put options (long put) and buying put spreads (long put spread) are both bearish options strategies with many similar characteristics.
However, both strategies have unique differences when it comes to profit/loss potential, exposure to changes in implied volatility, and probability of profit.
In the video below, you’ll learn the key differences between long puts and long put spreads as we compare the two strategies using real option contracts.
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