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Covered Call Calculator

Calculate returns, break-even, and scenarios for covered call options strategies.

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This calculator provides estimates based on standard financial formulas from verified references. Results are for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered as professional financial, investment, or tax advice.

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Stock Position

$
$
x 100 shares

Call Option Details

$
$
days
$

Premium Income

$200.00

Moderate - Slightly OTM, balanced

Max Return If Assigned
$900.00
Annualized Return
228.1%

Return Scenarios

If Assigned (Called Away)$900.00

Stock sold at $55 + $2 premium = 18.75% return

If Expires Worthless$200.00

Keep stock + premium = 4.17% (50.7% annualized)

Position Analysis

Effective Cost Basis$46.00
Break-Even Price$46.00
Downside Protection4.17%
Static Return (if called)18.75%

Price Scenarios at Expiration

$46.75Below cost basis
+$75.00(keep stock)
$48.00At purchase price
+$200.00(keep stock)
$55.00At strike price
+$900.00(assigned)
$60.50Above strike
+$900.00(assigned)

Covered Call: Sell upside potential above $55.00 in exchange for $200.00 immediate income.

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Editorial Note

MyCalcBuddy Editorial Team

This page is maintained as an educational calculator reference.

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Formula Source: Fundamentals of Financial Management

by Brigham & Houston

🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.