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How to Structure a High-Reward Butterfly Trade Using ATR Ranges
Structuring a butterfly spread isn’t just about choosing strikes that “look good” — it’s about precision. I use ATR — average true range — to define exactly where my breakevens need to be.
Why Smart Traders Sell Into the Earnings Pop — Not After
By the time the news hits, the move is mostly done. Implied volatility starts to collapse and the premiums on your options bleed out fast.
Stop Trading Your P&L — Use ATR to Set Smarter Stops and Targets
ATR is a nondirectional filter that measures volatility.
The Key Metrics That Make or Break an Options Candidate
Spotting the right candidate isn’t about gut feel — it’s about measuring key traits that directly influence the probability of profit, execution quality and trade management.
Why Gamma Pockets Are Crucial in Predicting Market Direction
Gamma is all about positioning, particularly when it comes to options.
Why Small Caps Are the Real Leaders Right Now — and How to Find Them
The play isn’t Google (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT) or Apple (AAPL) right now.
How Trade Frequency Impacts Profitability: A Realistic Look at Setup Selection
Everyone wants high win rates. But if you’re optimizing for comfort instead of cash flow, you may be leaving real money on the table.
Public Markets Are Crowded and the Smart Money Is Moving to Private Deals Like SpaceX
You won’t hear this on CNBC, but the smartest money I know isn’t chasing the next breakout in Nvidia or Tesla — it’s moving off the screen entirely.
No Context, No Edge: Why Patterns Aren’t Enough to Win
Traders love setups. Bull flags, breakouts, Fibonacci retracements — everyone’s got a favorite.
Where’s the Theta? How Weekend Spreads Can Hide Time Decay, and What to Do
If you’re holding an options spread and Monday morning pricing doesn’t reflect the expected decay, the likely culprit is spread width.