Options In Play – Expectations Matter
The first sell-the-news event can be a one-off, the second may be a coincidence but the third is definitely the start of a pattern. Beware of strong stocks near their 52 week high into earnings.
Continue Reading -->Options In Play – Earnings On The Radar Week Of 4/24/20
Earnings season heats up this week with major names scheduled every day. The big question surrounding overall volatility expected has yet to be answered.
Continue Reading -->Options In Play – The Consolidation Break/IV Ramp Pattern
I’m always on the hunt for the long consolidations on high beta stocks. The break of the range can lead to fantastic opportunity for option traders.
Continue Reading -->Brace for a Retracement
In a little over a month, the QQQ dropped 30%, but has since rallied to recover 70% of the drop. What kind of positions should you be taking in this environment? In this video, Sami explains: – Which stocks he is remaining long in – Why he didn’t take a position in SAGE – Where he thought a top would occur in QQQ – How he thinks 2020 will differ from the 2008 financial crisis – When to expect a market pullback
Continue Reading -->Options in Play – Technical Or Price Stops…Maybe Both
For some option trades I use technical stops, others price stops. In this environment, I am using a combination of both.
Continue Reading -->Options In Play – Earnings On The Radar Week Of 4/17
Earnings are back baby! Banks are getting things started this week with a handful of other big names scheduled to report as well.
Continue Reading -->Options In Play – Things To Watch Into Earnings
2nd quarter earnings season is here and it will be a highly unusual reporting period. I am scrapping some of my typical go-to strategies to adapt to the current market.
Continue Reading -->Nobody’s Talking About QQQ
Market volatility has made major headlines, but it seems like nobody’s talking about the recent recovery of more than 50%. Find out how you can take advantage of this move. In this video, Sami explains: – Why his recent swing trade ideas have done so well – When SPY and QQQ could have a selloff – What he doesn’t teach his students – Which point he might turn bearish – Why he would be disappointed if the market turns bearish
Continue Reading -->Options In Play – Timing The Exit For Options
When is the right time to exit short term options? The answer is a mix of a few factors.
Continue Reading -->The Top Chart Pattern for Trading the Market Open
The versatile 1-2-3 Pattern is one of the few setups that can be used on any timeframe. It can be used in day trading, swing trading, and for trading the open. It’s an important tool every serious trader should consider adding to their arsenal. In this video, Sami explains: – What constitutes a “true” wide range bar – How to recognize a 1-2-3 Pattern setup – When you should buy during this pattern – How to set a stop for a 1-2-3 Pattern – Why the pattern can help you profit from moving stocks
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