Options Glossary

Glossary: Protective Call

Last Updated: July 12, 2015

Glossary

Protective Call

What Does Protective Call Mean in Options Trading?

A commonly used hedging strategy for short sellers that involves purchase of call contracts against the short position held in the underlying asset. This strategy protects any risk involved due to an upside move in the underlying asset.

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