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Which options trade fits ROST today? Compare strategies ranked by risk, reward, and current volatility conditions.
Ross Stores Inc. — Find the best options trade for ROST right now
Ross Stores Inc. (ROST) operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector and has actively traded listed options. Iron Butterfly still ranks highest among 6 scored strategies, but conditions offer limited edge with VRP at +10.3pp. IV Rank 74% is 35pp above the Consumer Discretionary sector median of 39%. Review each strategy's P/L profile before sizing. ROST IV analysis.
Each strategy scored against ROST’s current IV, VRP, and risk profile. Top pick: Iron Butterfly.
| Rank | Strategy | Risk Type | Setup | Why | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Iron Butterfly Credit $795·MaxP $447·MaxL $553·RoC 80.8% | ✓ Defined | BuyPut$220 SellPut$230 SellCall$230 BuyCall$240 56 DTE | ~$4.47 (bid) to $7.95 (mid) | Apply ↓ |
| #2 | Broken Wing Butterfly Credit $0·MaxP $1,620·MaxL $2,880·RoC 56.2% | ✓ Defined | BuyPut$220 SellPut$200 SellPut$200 BuyPut$175 56 DTE | ~$3.80 debit | |
| #3 | Short Put Credit $310·MaxP $263·MaxL Unlimited·RoC 1.3% | Undefined Risk | SellPut$200 56 DTE | ~$2.63 to $3.10 (mid) | |
| #4 | Short Put Spread Credit $195·MaxP $99·MaxL $901·RoC 11.0% | ✓ Defined | SellPut$210 BuyPut$200 56 DTE | ~$4.29 to $5.05 (mid) | |
| #5 | Covered Call Credit $615·MaxP $523·MaxL $22,057·RoC 2.3% | ✓ Defined | SellCall$240 56 DTE | ~$5.23 to $6.15 (mid) | |
| #6 | Bear Call Spread Credit $173·MaxP $85·MaxL $915·RoC 9.3% | ✓ Defined | SellCall$250 BuyCall$260 56 DTE | ~$2.85 to $3.35 (mid) |
~$4.47 (bid) to $7.95 (mid)
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Signal upgrades when: VRP rises above 2pp, IV Rank climbs above 50%, and no earnings/spike blockers are present.
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Based on weak signal conditions, VolRadar ranks Iron Butterfly as the top strategy for Ross Stores Inc.. This defined-risk strategy caps your maximum loss, making it suitable for smaller accounts or uncertain conditions. ~$4.47 (bid) to $7.95 (mid) For a different risk profile, consider Broken Wing Butterfly as an alternative.
Ross Stores Inc. currently shows conditions that favor credit strategies (selling premium) — see the IV Analysis page for the full IV Rank breakdown (74%). Higher implied vol means wider credit spreads, richer iron condor premiums, and better returns on capital for sellers. Both defined and undefined risk benefit. Confirm bid-ask spreads on your target strikes.
Strategy selection depends on market conditions, risk tolerance, and capital available. VolRadar analyzes Ross Stores Inc.'s volatility regime, signal strength, and risk factors to rank strategies by suitability. Use the calculator to model any strategy with Ross Stores Inc.'s current price pre-filled — edit strikes, premiums, and see instant payoff diagrams.
Premiums are model estimates (not live bid/ask) — verify with your broker before trading. All P/L calculations exclude commissions and fees. Actual returns may differ.
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Based on current conditions (weak signal, RV Ratio 0.72), VolRadar ranks Iron Butterfly as the top strategy for Ross Stores Inc.. ~$4.47 (bid) to $7.95 (mid) Alternative: Broken Wing Butterfly for defined risk preference.
Max profit on a credit spread equals the net credit received. For example, if you sell a ROST put for $3.00 and buy a lower put for $1.00, your max profit is $2.00 per share ($200 per contract). The breakeven equals the short strike minus net credit. Use the calculator to model exact scenarios with ROST's current price of $226.72.
In current conditions, defined-risk strategies like put spreads or iron condors are recommended for ROST as they limit downside while still capturing the available premium.
18 preset strategies are available: Short Put, Covered Call, Put Credit Spread, Bear Call Spread, Iron Condor, Short Strangle, Iron Butterfly, Broken Wing Butterfly, Calendar Spread, Short Straddle, Jade Lizard, Poor Man's Covered Call, Long Call, Long Put, Bull Call Spread, Bear Put Spread, Protective Put, and Collar. Plus a custom multi-leg builder for any combination up to 4 legs with optional share positions. Each strategy shows max profit, max loss, breakeven, and probability of profit for Ross Stores Inc.'s current price.
Liquidity determines whether theoretical premium translates into real returns. For Ross Stores Inc., check bid-ask spreads, open interest, and daily volume on your target strikes before entering. Wide spreads (over 10-15% of the premium) reduce your actual credit and make adjustments harder. Multi-leg strategies like iron condors are especially sensitive — each leg's spread compounds. Start with the most liquid strikes and expirations, and always use limit orders.
Return on Capital (RoC) = net credit / capital at risk. For a ROST cash-secured put at $215, RoC depends on the premium vs the full strike x 100 collateral. For spreads, RoC = credit / (spread width x 100 - credit). Higher IV environments produce better RoC. Use the calculator with ROST's current price to model exact returns.
Ross Stores Inc.'s IV Rank is 74%, meaning current implied volatility is higher than most of the past year. This inflates all option premiums — both calls and puts cost more. For sellers, this is favorable: credit spreads, iron condors, and short puts all collect more premium. For buyers, consider whether the elevated IV is justified by upcoming events.