The Federal Reserve is expected to announce a 25 basis point (bps) rate cut on December 18, marking the third consecutive reduction this year, bringing the federal funds rate to a range of 4.25%-4.5%. However, the focus is on the dot plot for 2025, which may indicate fewer cuts than previously anticipated due to persistent inflation and economic uncertainties. This cautious outlook could lead to market volatility, as fewer cuts in 2025 might affect equity valuations and investor sentiment. How will the revised dot plot impact the stock market? The revised dot plot could significantly impact the stock market by shaping expectations about future monetary policy. If the dot plot signals fewer rate cuts in 2025, it may dampen investor sentiment, leading to a potential decline in eq
I opened $CVNA 20250117 240.0 PUT$ ,A CVNA calendar call spread strategy indicates a 424% upside potential, with an optimal stock price target of $265-280 by December 2024. Will be conservative and enter with a CSP at $240 to position for this move. 📈
I opened $NVDA 20241220 140.0 CALL$ ,Sustained movement above $132.65 (VWAP) and breaking $135.03 could lead to targets around $140.13, supported by strong buyer activity and positive delta trends. Hope it closes above 140. Doing a covered call to position for this move! 💪
I opened $ARM 20241227 145.0 PUT$ ,A few positive news fueling the bullish potential. Will enter a CSP to wager a rise prior to end to 2024! Arm’s second-quarter results exceeded expectations, driven by strong licensing sales and demand for its Compute Subsystem. Also noted bullish premiums being accumulated by whales on near term expirations!
I closed $NVDA 20241213 140.0 PUT$ ,NVDA did a massive dip this week with some negative sentiments from the news. CSP expired in the money, so got force-bought. Will start wheeling this with a covered call next week
I took this photo at a trip to Perpignan with my family last year! I couldn’t help but reflect on how much it reminded me of trading. The cat sitting there, calm and focused, felt like the perfect symbol of patience—something I’ve learned (sometimes the hard way) is key in the markets. [Great] It’s like trading: you need to wait for the right setup, the right moment, and not jump in just because you’re restless. The Buddha statue next to it? That’s the reminder to stay grounded, no matter how crazy the market gets. For me, this moment summed up a big lesson—sometimes, doing nothing is the smartest move. Patience pays off, both in life and in trading. 💪