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ONN.tv Analyzes Possible Option Trades on Endo Pharmaceuticals

January 29, 2009 12:37 EST Related Symbols:

you're watching: Mad About Options
What's Mad About Options?

An options-related take on Jim Cramer's latest recommendations and analysis on the latest securities and ETFs getting attention on the Street.

In This Episode

A Look at Endo Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc. (ENDP)

Cramer’s Comments: The stock sells for 10 and a half times estimated earnings.

 

Jud’s Comments: Looks like Cramer is bullish on ENDP.

 

If you AGREE with Cramer…
Strategy: 2 Bull Put Spreads
Leg Action Expiry Stk Call/Put Strike
Leg 1 Buy Jul ENDP Puts 10
Leg 2 Sell Jul ENDP Puts 22.50
  Premium: 20.20
  Break Even: Stock is above 20.10 at expiration
  Max Gain: $4.80 minus commissions
  Max Loss: $20.20 plus commissions
If you DISAGREE with Cramer…
Strategy: Long Put
Leg Action Expiry Stk Call/Put Strike
Leg 1 Buy Jul ENDP Puts 20
           
  Premium:  
  Break Even: Stock is below $17.95 at expiration
  Max Gain: $17.95 minus commissions
  Max Loss: $2.05 plus commissions