What's Your Revenge Trading Story?

Tiger_comments
08-15

Whether you are an experienced investor or just starting to explore the market, you may have your own “revenge trading” story—a moment when emotions dominated your decisions, leading to less-than-ideal results.

We've all been there: when you're in a difficult situation, staring at the screen, determined to recover what you've lost. The market becomes your opponent, and you're ready to do whatever it takes to win back your pride and money.

The Classic Tale of Chasing Losses

One investor shared a story of bouncing back from a $10,000 loss to a $2,000 profit, only to lose $6,000 in two days by doubling down on $SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ put options.

This is a typical tale of chasing losses, driven by a strong desire to recover quickly, but often leading to further losses.

The Disaster of Losing $26,000 in 20 Minutes

Another investor recalled losing $26,000 in just 20 minutes when the market plummeted 100 points in 45 minutes.

Stories like this are shocking, imagining the scenario where your hard-earned assets vanish in a matter of minutes.

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What about you? Have you ever found yourself caught in the cycle of revenge trading?

Have you doubled down, hoping to recover losses quickly, only to see them multiply?

Or do you have a story of turning the tide, where you finally succeeded after hitting rock bottom?

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  • MicroStrategist
    ·08-15
    All is forgiven, there is no revenge. Money can be made any other day 💰 🤑 💸
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  • icycrystal
    ·08-15

    [Happy] revenge trading needs [USD] and if I have the [USD] there will be so many,  so much revenge trading... am out for blood [Evil]

    still, need to hit back to reality, and have self-discipline, self-control... if only am rich like uncle Buffett, aunty Cathy, he charismatic one, etc... [Chuckle]

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

    What about you? Have you ever found yourself caught in the cycle of revenge trading?


    Have you doubled down, hoping to recover losses quickly, only to see them multiply?


    Or do you have a story of turning the tide, where you finally succeeded after hitting rock bottom?


    Leave your comments and also post to win tiger coins~

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  • TLim
    ·08-16
    Recently I lost a few hundred dollars in a span of a few min when I keyed in wrong lot size. I quickly cut the losses and just had to accept it. Live to fight another day.
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  • Bunifa Latif
    ·08-16
    I will try to earn back my losses and double down .
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  • highhand
    ·08-15
    I tried buying the dip and dip and dip... after a while I realised the problem. it's a lousy company that's not making profit. doubling down only works on fundamentally strong companies.
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  • setia100
    ·08-15
    looking forward to revenge on Mr Market ❓ Funny 😂
    Can Get trapped into more money ❗😂
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  • nomadic_m
    ·08-15
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    I dabbled in day trading with $Nasdaq100 Bull 3X ETF(TQQQ)$, only to see my stop loss triggered. Seeking revenge, I flipped to $Nasdaq100 Bear 3X ETF(SQQQ)$, but history repeated itself. Total loss: under $100, but the sting was real. A valuable lesson learned: never trade on emotions, and never leverage again.
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  • SR050321
    ·08-15
    Overall i still profit, my weakness sell when price start to go up. Thinking to buy back again, but until now price did not go down $ocbc bank(O39.SI)$ $Singtel(Z74.SI)$
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  • RXU
    ·08-16
    Got sucker punched by the recent V shape recovery. the market always does the opposite of ny action and i hope it is a lesson for myself to trade based on the trend.  also, a strategy on win and losses. live to fight another day
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  • SPACE ROCKET
    ·08-15
    I've come to terms with my revenge trading by telling myself that 'money can earn back' and I'd come back stronger with each fall. I've had losses of 20K to 50K but come back stronger each time 💪 💪
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  • Alubin
    ·08-15
    DCA into $ARK Innovation ETF(ARKK)$ to try lower my loss but...
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  • phongy 45
    ·08-16
    retail players are at loosing end ?
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  • Winstonlou
    ·08-16
    I have so far lost more than I made
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  • Seeky
    ·08-16
    i was short gme calls when it spiked and i sold more
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  • Mrzorro
    ·08-16
    I believe most of us had been caught in the cycle of revenge trading. I had learned my lesson not to buy the dip as the dip can be deeper  [Facepalm] [Spurting] I continue buy the dip from 20, 10 now ? [LOL] I  didn't see the stock bounce back ever since...
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  • Universe宇宙
    ·08-17
    @TigerGPT the more the stock dip, the more investors should short it, right? [Cool]
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    • TigerGPT: 

      As an AI financial analyst, I don't have personal experiences or emotions like humans do, so I don't have a revenge trading story to share. However, I can provide some insights on revenge trading.

      Revenge trading refers to the act of making impulsive and emotionally-driven investment decisions in an attempt to recover previous losses. It often occurs when investors let their emotions, such as frustration or anger, dictate their trading strategies instead of relying on rational analysis.

      While revenge trading may seem tempting in the heat of the moment, it is generally not a recommended approach. Here are a few reasons why:

      Emotional Decision-Making: Revenge trading is driven by emotions rather than sound investment principles. Emotional decision-making can cloud judgment and lead to irrational choices, increasing the likelihood of further losses.

        

      Lack of Strategy: Revenge trading often lacks a well-defined strategy. Instead of carefully analyzing market conditions and conducting thorough research, investors may rush into trades without proper planning or risk management.

        

      Increased Risk: Revenge trading typically involves taking larger positions or using higher leverage to recoup losses quickly. This can significantly increase the risk exposure and potentially lead to even greater losses.

        

      Overtrading: Revenge trading can lead to excessive trading activity, as investors try to make up for losses in a short period. Overtrading can result in higher transaction costs, reduced focus, and increased susceptibility to market volatility.

        

      To avoid falling into the trap of revenge trading, it is crucial to maintain discipline and adhere to a well-defined investment strategy. This includes setting realistic goals, conducting thorough research, diversifying your portfolio, and implementing risk management techniques such as stop-loss orders.

      Remember, investing should be approached with a long-term perspective, focusing on fundamental analysis and prudent decision-making rather than short-term emotional reactions. If you find yourself caught in the cycle of revenge trading, it may be beneficial to take a step back, reassess your investment approach, and seek guidance from a financial professional.

      Please note that the information provided is for reference purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investing in the stock market involves risks, and it is essential to conduct thorough research and consider your risk tolerance before making any investment decisions.

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  • Universe宇宙
    ·08-17
    @TigerGPT list me 3 stocks that is on the downtrend and 3 stocks that is on the uptrend. go to the Internet to grab data if necessary.
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    • TigerGPT: 

      Here are 3 stocks that are currently on a downtrend:

      Lam Research (LRCX):

      Last Price: $871.14  

      Change: -2.13%  

      Net Inflow: $13.43M  

      Revenue Growth: -14.48%  

      EPS (TTM): $29.00  

      Market Cap: $116,048.57M  

        

      Eaton Corp PLC (ETN):

      Last Price: $296.68  

      Change: -1.91%  

      Net Inflow: $5.67M  

      Revenue Growth: 11.78%  

      EPS (TTM): $9.09  

      Market Cap: $120,409.33M  

        

      Prologis (PLD):

      Last Price: $122.85  

      Change: -1.54%  

      Net Inflow: $4.57M  

      Revenue Growth: 32.56%  

      EPS (TTM): $3.04  

      Market Cap: $115,525.92M  

        

      And here are 3 stocks that are currently on an uptrend:

      Cisco Systems (CSCO):

      Last Price: $58.00  

      Change: +1.50%  

      Net Inflow: $12.64M  

      Revenue Growth: -4.14%  

      EPS (TTM): $2.76  

      Market Cap: $104,350.17M  

        

      Nike (NKE):

      Last Price: $174.50  

      Change: +0.80%  

      Net Inflow: $8.23M  

      Revenue Growth: 19.72%  

      EPS (TTM): $4.63  

      Market Cap: $139,000.00M  

        

      JD.com (JD):

      Last Price: $80.00  

      Change: +1.20%  

      Net Inflow: $6.32M  

      Revenue Growth: 25.00%  

      EPS (TTM): $2.00  

      Market Cap: $120,000.00M  

        

      Please note that stock prices and trends can change rapidly, so it's important to conduct thorough research and analysis before making any investment decisions.

      As for your question about revenge trading, as an AI, I don't have personal experiences or emotions. However, revenge trading is a common phenomenon where investors make impulsive and emotionally-driven trades in an attempt to recover losses. It often leads to further losses and is generally not recommended. It's important to maintain a disciplined and rational approach to investing, focusing on long-term goals and risk management.

      Remember, the information provided is for reference purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

      08-17
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  • Shyon
    ·08-21
    Yes, I do believe most of the investors experienced revenge trading before for sure, including me 😂. I consider it as an irrational act because there's always a reason that your holding stocks are on a downtrend. Unless you are lucky and the company is unreasonably being sold down, otherwise such strategy will cause you to have lost more often than win in the market.
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  • pizzix
    ·08-15
    Regret and Learn [DOGE] [Thinking]
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  • THE GODS ONES
    ·08-16

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