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Call Butterfly Option Calculator
Buy 1 low, sell 2 middle, buy 1 high call. Limited risk, profits near body strike.
How this Call Butterfly calculator works
This free Call Butterfly profit calculator estimates profit and loss across stock prices and dates. Use live quotes and the option chain (via the local data proxy), then review max profit, max loss, breakevens, ROI on risk, probability of profit, and a date × price heatmap or numerical matrix.
- At expiration: intrinsic payoff for each option leg (and stock, if included).
- Before expiration: Black–Scholes theoretical value using each leg’s IV and DTE.
- Multi-expiry: near-term legs settle first; longer-dated legs keep remaining time value.
Typical legs for a Call Butterfly
Default template legs (edit freely or replace from the option chain):
- Leg 1: buy call @ strike template 90
- Leg 2: sell call @ strike template 100
- Leg 3: buy call @ strike template 110
When traders use a Call Butterfly
Market outlook: neutral. Use the calculator to stress-test strikes and premiums before placing an order. Options involve substantial risk of loss and are not suitable for every investor.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Call Butterfly options strategy?
Buy 1 low, sell 2 middle, buy 1 high call. Limited risk, profits near body strike.
How do I calculate profit and loss for a Call Butterfly?
Enter the underlying price, strikes, premiums, and contracts in the Call Butterfly calculator. The tool shows max profit, max loss, breakeven points, and a P/L heatmap from now until expiration using Black–Scholes before expiry and intrinsic value at expiration.
Is the Call Butterfly strategy neutral?
This strategy is generally considered neutral in market outlook. Always confirm risk, margin, and assignment rules with your broker before trading.
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