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Alan Just Bought 100 Shares of Global, Inc

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Alan just bought 100 shares of Global, Inc. (GLO) at $45 per share and as protection he also bought a three-month put with a $45 strike price at a cost of $400. One of two scenarios is expected to occur in the next three months: (a) GLO stock declines to $33; and (b) GLO stock rises to $61. Calculate the profit or loss under each scenario and explain how the hedge has provided protection for Alan's position in GLO. Ignore transaction costs.

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Cost of GLO = ($45)(100) = $4,500 Cost o...

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