Attempts Keep the Highest / 2 6. Currency put options The premium on a put option is primarily a function of the difference in spot price S relative to the strike price X, the time until maturity T, and the volatility of the currency o. P = f(S - X, T, o) For each characteristic of a put option, use the table to indicate whether that would lead to a higher put option premium or a lower put option premium (all else equal). Characteristic Higher Put Option Premium Lower Put Option Premium A lower spot price relative to the strike price A longer time before expiration maximum A lower level of volatility for the currency minimum When using a put option to hedge receivables in an international currency, a U.S. based MNC can lock in the amount of dollars it will receive