You might have read that covered calls are a good way to hedge. They do have utility for investors, but they are not an optimal hedge. Understand how they only minimally reduce the downside while reducing the upside. Plus, see how low interest rates have undermined call premiums.

What are covered calls?

How much do covered calls hedge the downside?

How do covered calls cap upside moves?

Examples of covered calls and the premium received vs. downside hedge

What are options collar strategies?

What is the option Greek RHO?

How option premiums are affected by interest rates

Why record low interest rates make covered calls less appealing

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