Sell Rallies

Sell Rallies Sell Rallies continues to be the theme of the stock market. This fragile market can not get a rally going. What kind of opportunities are in this type of market. Right now there are two types. One, there are several names that are showing strength in spite of the market sell off. These…

Stock Market Divergences

Stock Market Divergences Stock market divergence is taking center stage with the Nasdaq still outperforming the RUT and S&P by a wide margin. Eventually the indexes will have to get back in alignment before the bear market is over. Let's also take a look at the high volatility in the XLF. In tonight's video you'll…

Selling Premium Weekly Options

Selling Premium Weekly Options Selling Premium in Weekly Options has been what's out there. The SPX last week stayed within the expected move. Ideal for premium sellers. So what to expect next week? I've been watching the SKEW which has dropped off significantly. I'm interpreting this as traders are reloading for the next down move.…

FOMC Announcement Sparks Selloff

FOMC Sparks Selloff The FOMC announcement sparks a sell off in stocks today. The FOMC announcement shows a 180 in policy from only 6 weeks ago when they raised rates for the first time in 9 years. The sell off in stocks led to another spike in volatility. The Fed indicates a slow down in…

Will the Lows Hold

Will the Lows Hold? What are the odds the SPX lows hold? We can use the chain to determine what the probability a strike price will be in the money by expiration. That will tell us the probability of the lows being tested or broken. There's a lot of news coming out in the next…

Bear Market Rally

Bear Market Rally Is this a bear market rally? I believe it is. Let's take a look at the market divergences which are tell tale signs of a bear market. Volatility futures are still telling me risk is imminent. The most precarious area is the financials that didn't perform as well as the rest of…

Stocks to buy

Stocks to Buy Any stocks to buy? It does seem like stocks are on sale as the S&P has already hit a 52 week low. If you're looking at stocks to buy here are some guidelines. You wanna find stocks that have shown relevant strength compared to the overall market. Here are a few example…

Trading Volatility

Trading Volatility Just when it looks like it's all over the markets rally higher. This is the type of day I've been looking for. The S&P Futures low of 1804 may be a short term bottom, but keep in mind the S&P was still off 20 handles today. Volatility is the name of the game…

Stocks Sell off

Stocks Sell off Strength got sold again. The market environment is one of fear and hesitation. The indexes across the board are being dragged lower and lower. Stocks aren't able to find a support level. Each gap higher has been quickly filled. If you're not already short this market then it's best to keep your…

Selling Premium

Selling Premium This is a premium sellers market not a directional traders market. Everyone is eyeing volatility because that's what will dictate this market. Yes there are some big earnings announcements this week like NFLX and a few bank stocks. The market though is broken and volatility has exploded higher. Is there any are of…

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