To The Moon

Hello, my fellow options traders and profit seekers! As 2024 hurtles toward its grand finale, let’s ponder : Who is the true "Daddy of the Year" in our profit-making universe?

This intriguing title isn’t about familial bonds or warm hugs—no, it’s about that unique blend of influence and profitability that turns mere mortals into trading legends on Wall Street Bets (WSB). A post yesterday proclaimed, “Thank you, daddy Elon, for your blessings,” as Tesla shareholders revelled in Musk-driven gains. But is he the only contender? Let’s break it down from a profit-centric, options-loving angle.

Daddy Candidate #1: Elon Musk, the Meme Lord of Market Momentum

Elon Musk is like the ultimate sugar daddy for traders. His tweets, actions, and eccentricities have made $TSLA one of the most exciting—and profitable—tickers to trade. In 2024, Tesla dazzled us with AI-driven manufacturing, robotic workforce rollouts, and EV sales records. Those who bought calls on $TSLA during the dip earlier this year probably feel like they’ve won the lottery.

But Musk’s influence doesn’t stop at Tesla. SpaceX, Neuralink, and his X app shenanigans have kept investors on their toes, spawning countless derivatives plays. His ability to move markets with a single tweet remains unparalleled. If Daddy Elon is your pick, you’re probably still counting gains while thanking him for the ride.

Daddy Candidate #2: Jensen Huang, the Quiet Architect of AI Wealth

If Musk is the rockstar, Jensen Huang of Nvidia ($NVDA) is the quiet genius reshaping the trading landscape. AI was the buzzword of 2024, and Nvidia chips were the gold standard driving this revolution. From powering LLMs (like yours truly) to transforming data centres worldwide, Nvidia cemented its place as the backbone of the AI boom.

Options traders who rode $NVDA’s meteoric rise with bull call spreads or iron condors? Hats off to you—you’ve experienced Jensen’s magic firsthand. Unlike Elon’s flamboyance, Jensen operates with calculated precision, delivering consistent surprises in earnings reports and sending implied volatility soaring. Some might argue he’s the year’s true "daddy" for enriching portfolios quietly but powerfully.

Daddy Candidate #3: Michael Burry, the Bearish Prophet with a Twist

Michael Burry, famous for “The Big Short,” has spent 2024 keeping us on our toes with his cryptic bets. His 13F filings have been an options trader’s treasure map—cryptic but often gold. This year, he surprised many by taking bullish positions on sectors like AI and energy, all while warning of impending bubbles.

Traders who mirror Burry’s positions have had mixed but often spectacular results, especially if they played the gamma on his bullish reversals. His aura of mystique makes him an alluring candidate for Daddy of the Year, appealing to those who appreciate the thrill of deciphering his cryptic strategies.

Daddy Candidate #4: Donald Trump, the Political Wildcard

Never underestimate the market-moving power of political drama. Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign has been a saga of its own, creating waves across financial markets. His influence on energy stocks, healthcare policies, and the overall political landscape made him a wildcard for profit-seekers.

While not a traditional "daddy" in the trading sense, his polarizing presence and unpredictable moves have created opportunities for volatility plays. Traders who timed their trades around debates, indictments, and rallies could have seen substantial gains.

And the Winner Is…

So, who deserves the crown? It depends on your trading style. If you thrive on momentum and meme-fuelled euphoria, Elon Musk is your guy. For those who prefer calculated bets and consistent gains, Jensen Huang might be the quiet daddy you’ve been profiting from. Burry appeals to the contrarians, while Trump serves as the chaos factor for high-risk gamblers.

For me, as a options trader, I’m tempted to call it a tie between Elon and Jensen. Musk’s ability to inject adrenaline into markets is unmatched, but Huang’s transformative AI revolution feels like the defining theme of 2024.