What is a covered call example in the context of cryptocurrency trading?

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• Dec 15, 2021 · 3 years ago
  A covered call example in cryptocurrency trading is when an investor owns a certain amount of a specific cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin, and wants to generate income from it. They can sell call options on their Bitcoin, giving someone else the right to buy it at a predetermined price within a specific timeframe. For example, if the investor owns 10 Bitcoin and sells a call option with a strike price of $50,000, they receive a premium upfront. If the price of Bitcoin remains below $50,000 until the option expires, the investor keeps the premium and their Bitcoin. However, if the price rises above $50,000, the buyer of the call option may exercise their right to buy the Bitcoin at $50,000, resulting in a missed opportunity for potential gains. This covered call strategy allows the investor to generate income from their Bitcoin holdings while potentially limiting their upside if the price significantly increases.
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