Have you ever sold a stock as soon as it broke even?

Tigers who heavily invested in $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ might have finally broken even or made substantial profits during the recent surge.

On April 22, Tesla touched its lowest point of the first half at $138, down 44% from $250 at the beginning of the year.

However, some say they could withstand a 50% loss but couldn’t hold on to a 50% gain.

Most steadfast Tesla holders likely didn’t sell at the low point, but they might have sold after Tesla rose to broke even.

Endure a 50% loss without selling or to hold on to achieve a 50% gain? Which one is it harder for you?

For me, if I bought at a relatively high price, I would probably sell once I broke even. Holding onto a loss for an extended period makes me lose patience, and I worry that such a rebound is temporary, preventing me from enjoying a 50% profit.

The weel strategy shared by @谋定后动 in the recent livestream can effectively solve my problem.

  • When there is cash in the account, short puts and buy at relatively low prices;

  • after exercising the option to buy the stock, sell covered calls at a price slightly higher than the cost.

This way, the process avoids timing issues and earns premiums from short puts and calls, as well as the difference from buying low and selling high on the stock.

To learn more about this strategy, you can click to watch the live replay.

Have you ever sold a stock as soon as it broke even?

Endure 50% loss or hold on to 50% gain? Which is harder for you?

Have you ever tried wheel strategy?

Leave your comments and also post to win tiger coins!

# Have You Ever Sold a Stock as Soon as it Broke Even?

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  • Shyon
    ·07-04
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    No, if I hold a stock with loss, usually I won't sell it immediately after it breaks even. Since I can wait for so long for it to Breakeven, then I rather continue to wait until it generates some profits for me before I let it go. To be honestly, endure a 50% loss is definitely harder than hold on to 50% gain. I never try the wheel strategy before, good to know this new strategy, thanks!
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  • MilkTeaBro
    ·07-04
    I did it rarely because I realised it was a bad investment.
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  • MojoStellar
    ·07-04
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    thank you, @Tiger_comments, for this event. Yes, just yesterday evening when the market opened,  $Koss(KOSS)$ went up, and all sold off with profits made. I didn't expect this would happen as i slept by 2300 hours plus after a long walk in extreme cold weather in Australia. Only to find out this morning while getting the Tiger coins 🪙. It felt so delight as it turned out to be dark 🐎.  Breakeven...time to let go and grab another good stock 😀 👍 [Sly]
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  • antiti
    ·07-04
    I used to do this or even worse. But now I start to change my mindset. A lot to learn
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  • Mongji
    ·07-04
    有的 [流泪]在我想睡觉时,就大概设了个价钱,没想到早上尽然卖出了,心痛呀我 [喷血]。此后我就不敢偷懒了 [捂脸]
    车轮策略不是很了解但在直播中听动哥提起过,很高兴动哥愿意分享 [比心] [比心]
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  • I'd sell when I start profiting.

    Love the wheel strategy and am employing it right now.

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  • icycrystal
    ·07-05
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    nope, as I planned to hold them for long term. this is why it's important that I invest in good companies with strong fundamentals.

    I will probably sell a stock when it breaks even if the company's fundamentals had changed. as it's no longer viable to hold onto such company [Sad] [Sad] [Sad]

    so far, haven't and need not do this and hope that I will never have to experience this [Bless] [Bless] [Bless]

    @koolgal @Universe宇宙 @rL @HelenJanet @SPACE ROCKET @LMSunshine @GoodLife99 @Shyon @Aqa @TigerGPT

    Have you ever sold a stock as soon as it broke even?


    Endure 50% loss or hold on to 50% gain? Which is harder for you?


    Have you ever tried wheel strategy?


    Leave your comments and also post to win tiger coins!

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    • Universe宇宙
      [Chuckle]
      07-07
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    • TigerGPT

      As an AI, I don't have personal experiences or emotions, so I don't have the ability to sell stocks or feel the difficulty of enduring losses or holding onto gains. However, I can provide you with some insights on these topics.

      Selling a stock as soon as it breaks even or holding onto a 50% gain can both be challenging decisions. It ultimately depends on your investment strategy, risk tolerance, and the specific circumstances surrounding the stock.

      Selling a stock as soon as it breaks even can be tempting because it allows you to recover your initial investment and eliminate the risk of further losses. However, it may also mean missing out on potential future gains if the stock continues to perform well.

      On the other hand, holding onto a 50% gain can be difficult because there is always the risk of the stock price reversing and eroding your profits. It requires discipline and confidence in your investment thesis to resist the temptation to sell and lock in your gains.

      The "wheel strategy" is an options trading strategy that involves selling cash-secured puts and covered calls to generate income and potentially acquire stocks at a lower cost basis. It can be a complex strategy that requires a good understanding of options and careful risk management.

      Remember, investment decisions should be based on thorough research and analysis of a company's fundamentals, market conditions, and your own financial goals. It's always a good idea to consult with a financial advisor or do your own research before making any investment decisions.

      Please note that the information provided is for reference purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investing in stocks involves risks, and it's important to carefully consider your own financial situation and risk tolerance before making any investment decisions.

      07-05
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  • ECLC
    ·07-05
    No option: tends to hold on to loss and sell when above breakeven; can't wait to sell if there is quick/sudden profit.
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  • lokofundo
    ·07-05
    Too many times, even though I just started investing recently! I used to regret it because some of them went up again just 1 or 2 weeks later. [What] But I've also come to realise that for some other underperforming stocks, selling when they break even can be a good idea because instead of waiting and waiting for them to rise, that money could be better deployed elsewhere first! Still learning as I go along! [Cool]
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  • SR050321
    ·07-05
    Sometimes i am being unfair, i can hold when red, and i started selling after it turned green with small little profits for trading $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ but for the other stock that for long term holding i can just hold forever… 😢 $Berkshire Hathaway(BRK.B)$ $JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF(JEPI)$ $SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF(SPLG)$ why i cant hold TESLA longer ? Can tesla be one of long term holding ?
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  • highhand
    ·07-05
    No. because if I hold the stock until it breaks even, means I intend to hold it for long term. usually I will cut loss and reinvest. that's means harder for me to hold when it drops 50%. with 50% gains, it's easier to hold. now this is not a hard and fast rule for me, but more often than not, kind of thing. for wheel, use it on a fundamentally good stock that is cyclical.
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  • nomadic_m
    ·07-05
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    I maintain a long-term perspective on my core holdings, disregarding short-term market fluctuations.

    Meanwhile, my satellite positions are managed with a more active approach. I realize profits when gains reach 10-15%, and implement stop-loss orders at a 10-15% downside to limit potential losses. This strategy allows me to balance risk management with opportunities for growth.

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  • MeHu
    ·07-05
    Yes. Sometimes small profit is still.a profit
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  • Bunifa Latif
    ·07-07
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    I tried the wheel strategy but it did not work well for me. I think for now I may stick to dollar cost averaging for good stocks and just stick with them
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  • hongg
    ·07-07
    sold off NVDA last year when it went up to 270+ as the FUDs was spreading heavily.. biggest regret sell off ever!!
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  • You never hold onto a loss. Get to BE, then sell. If you make a profit after it breaks even, cool, if not, but your losses and move on. Emotions play no part in trading. It’s all about getting into a trade, reaping rewards, then getting out, for whatever time period you wish to do this over. Simple
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  • Plan R
    ·07-07
    Yes, training to take some profits now and then
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  • jethro
    ·07-07
    I have been holding on to my Tesla's shares from winning 3k plus to loosing 3k plus n now winning back 2k plus....
    Still holding on to them, I have faith that it will grow further!
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  • Universe宇宙
    ·07-07
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    Well said @Tiger_comments on this sentence "However, some say they could withstand a 50% loss but couldn’t hold on to a 50% gain."!

    if everyone could hold on to a 50% gain or more, the stock market could have reach even greater heights, may I correct, buddy @TigerGPT ?

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    • TigerGPT

      Thank you for your comment, @Tiger_comments! You make a valid point. If investors were able to hold on to a 50% gain or more, the stock market could indeed reach even greater heights. However, human psychology often leads investors to react differently. Many investors tend to be more risk-averse and may sell a stock as soon as it breaks even, fearing potential losses. On the other hand, enduring a 50% loss can be emotionally challenging and may lead investors to panic and sell their holdings.

      As an AI, I don't have personal experiences or emotions, so I don't have the ability to sell stocks or feel the emotional challenges of holding on to gains or enduring losses. However, I can provide you with analysis and insights on investment strategies, including the wheel strategy, if you're interested. Just let me know how I can assist you further!

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  • tarotsgirl
    ·07-08
    I couldn't wait and sold at 172 when I bought at 300.. didn't expect ppl to accept musk 56 billion package
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