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Credit spreads might seem intimidating, but they're a lower-risk way to sell put premium A short put spread is a neutral-to-bullish options strategy that is usually initiated when the trader believes ...

Bear put spreads limit loss to net debit, capping maximum at difference between two puts. This strategy suits investors expecting a slight stock/index drop due to specific events. Profit potential is ...