Institutional Options Desk Trade Strategy Disclaimer
The foregoing trade idea is for illustration purposes only and under no circumstances should it be construed as an offer to sell or buy any securities or a guarantee of any returns. Results will differ significantly due to market fluctuations. For ease of illustration, the performance figures do not take into consideration any transactions costs. Thus, please be advised that any profits or returns on investments shown would decrease with inclusion of transaction costs and that any losses would increase. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results, and no representation or warranty, express or implied, is made regarding future performance of any security mentioned in this commentary. Your Oppenheimer Institutional Sales representative can provide you with any anticipated transactions costs and guide you on including them in the example.
If you buy options, the maximum loss is the premium. If you sell put options, the risk is the entire notional below the strike. If you sell call options, the risk is unlimited. The actual profit or loss from any trade will depend on the price at which the trades are executed. This material provides information and/or alternatives we believe to be appropriate for consideration. The decision whether or not to adopt any strategy or engage in any transaction is your responsibility. Options are not suitable for all investors and there are significant risks inherent in the purchase and sale of options even when options are used for hedging purposes.
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