Is there any empirical study available about the profitability of option sellers vs option buyers?

[debitspread]

I don't think the markets much care what you like or dislike.

 

[lawrence-lugar]

I don't like the idea of buying insurance hoping you can cash in and make a profit. Whether it is car insurance, or homeowners insurance, or especially life insurance.

Well, that's the way insurance works...you pay a relatively small premium for that security.
If you want more aggressive payouts, then consider buying options instead of selling them.

 

[Chubbly]

I don't think the markets much care what you like or dislike.

I like your comment

Do what you need to to do to protect yourself.