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BULL CALL SPREAD

Buying one call and selling the call above.

Published by The Retail Trader · JUL 31, 2026 · Derivatives (F&O)

Bull Call Spread — buying one call and selling the call above. Profit is also limited, loss is also limited.

WHERE THIS FITS IN

This term comes under Derivatives (F&O), in the section "Strategy Name". These are names only, not recommendations — each has its own risk profile that is important to understand:

RELATED TERMS TO READ

Other terms in this group — understanding them together is more useful:
• Hedging
• Covered Call
• Protective Put
• Long Straddle
• Long Strangle
• Bear Put Spread
• Iron Condor
• Calendar Spread
• Naked Option Selling

To read the entire group and all its examples in one place, see the journal "DERIVATIVES: DICTIONARY OF FUTURES & OPTIONS" - this term has been taken from there.

This entry is for educational purposes only and is not a recommendation to buy or sell. Exchanges change charges, margins, lot sizes and expiry rules from time to time, so verify any figures with your broker or exchange.

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