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ZEBRA – the Best Options Trading Strategy for a New Bull Market?
The ZEBRA (zero extrinsic value back ratio spread) allows you to get close to the same directional exposure as owning 100 shares of stock, but with much less risk. It’s my favorite stock replacement strategy. In contrast to other stock replacement strategies such as synthetic long stock, risk reversal, or LEAPs, the ZEBRA provides substantial…
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How to Defend an Irrational Move? Six Expert Tips from Tom Sosnoff
Today, I’m going to tackle a question that many traders and investors face at some point: “Oh no, how do I defend against irrational moves? What should I do?” If you’re here hoping for a magical solution to salvage your account after a downturn, I must disappoint you. The truth is, there are no quick…
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The Wheel (Triple Income): The Best Options Trading Strategy for Beginners
Options trading can be a complex and risky endeavor, especially for beginners. Finally, there is a strategy that stands out as the best choice for newcomers: the wheel strategy, also known as the triple income. This is not a get-rich-quick scheme. This is a proven and conservative method of investing with options used by professional…
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Why Trading Options is Not a Zero Sum Game
Have you ever heard the phrase “options trading is a zero-sum game“? It’s a common belief that if someone wins, someone else must lose. But what if I told you that this perception doesn’t capture the full reality of options trading? In this blog post, I’m going to take a captivating journey into the world…
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Clean Surplus ROE: Understanding and Calculating this Key Financial Metric
We all know that figuring out a company’s financial health is crucial before jumping into any investment. Return on Equity (ROE) is a popular metric that gives us a glimpse into a company’s profit generation ability. However, traditional ROE calculations can be complicated and misleading due to accounting tricks and non-recurring items. That’s where Clean…
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How to Invest in US-Listed ETFs from Europe: My Ultimate Solution
If you’re an EU resident looking to invest in US-domiciled ETFs, you’ve probably hit that frustrating wall. Since 2018, EU regulations (specifically UCITS) have made it challenging for retail investors to access US-registered ETFs. This directive requires ETFs to be EU-authorized before they can be marketed to European retail investors. As a result, many popular…
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Trade Idea: Synthetic Long Bonds using TLT Options
Bonds are generally thought to be the boring, relatively safe part of an investment portfolio. They’ve acted as a safety net, providing a sense of security to investors during turbulent times. However, in 2022, the traditional relationship between stocks and bonds was turned on its head. Bonds were no longer a predictable asset but instead…
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Pair Trade Idea: Russell 2000/Nasdaq
Have you ever heard of pairs trading? It’s a clever and fascinating investment strategy used by many hedge funds. It involves buying and selling two assets that are highly correlated, with the aim of profiting from short-term price divergences between them. It’s a fantastic way to hedge against market risk while still making money. And…
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The Most Consistently Profitable Options Trading Strategies
Options trading presents an exciting avenue for traders seeking profits in the financial markets. However, success in this dynamic field hinges on employing effective strategies and maintaining discipline. In this article, I delve into some of the most consistently profitable and beginner-friendly options trading strategies. Drawing insights not just from theory but also from my…