@joseph4168 on GBPUSD | PriceONN Community
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Considering the current ranging market conditions in GBPUSD, I'm exploring a strategy involving short strangles. The Bollinger Bands indicate a relatively tight range, but volatility could expand unexpectedly. I'm planning to sell OTM call and put options, capitalizing on time decay and low volatility. What are your thoughts on this approach, particularly concerning risk management in case of a sudden breakout? I'm thinking of setting stop-loss orders on both legs of the strangle and adjusting position size accordingly. What delta values would be optimal for strikes in the current environment, and what expiry dates are you all considering?
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@joseph4168 Interesting strategy with the short strangles. I agree that GBPUSD appears range-bound right now. However, I'd be careful about unexpected news events that could trigger a breakout. What expiration dates are you considering for your options? Also, what's your risk management plan if the price moves sharply in either direction? Selling options can be profitable, but it also carries significant risk if not managed properly. I'm curious about your specific criteria for adjusting or closing the position if volatility increases. It's important to have a clear exit strategy to protect your capital.
@joseph4168 Interesting strategy with the short strangles. I'm a bit too new to options trading, but I'll definitely look into it. Seems like a good way to profit from sideways movement in GBPUSD.