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Daily Market Update

Market Review for Feb 20th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 21, 2026

Hi there,

Yesterday, Friday, February 20, 2026, U.S. markets staged a late-week recovery as investors cheered a landmark Supreme Court ruling striking down global tariffs. This legal victory provided a vital offset to a lukewarm GDP print, allowing the major indices to snap their multi-week losing streaks.


πŸ“‰ Active Option Trade Tracker

We have officially concluded all of our February positions. We are currently out of all trades and are proud to report a 100% track record so far this year.

  • TLT Short $86 Put: This position officially expired at the close on Friday in full profit, realizing a gain of 0.85%.
  • US 500 (IG Index): Closed earlier this week for a realized profit of 2.98%.
  • XSP (IBKR): Closed earlier this week for a realized gain of 1.58%.

Stay tuned for our next trades. As usual, we are waiting for the high-probability setups to emerge and we will alert you when the time comes.


πŸ“‹ Long-Term Buy Watchlist Update

With a clean slate on our options desk, we are focused on deploying capital into our long-term targets.

  • DELL, NVDA & AMD: All three saw a bounce on Friday as the hardware sector led the recovery. DELL jumped +2.70% ($121.42), while NVDA gained +0.94% ($189.67). We are watching for sustained support levels to finalize our entries.
  • MSFT, NFLX, AMZN, and MA (Mastercard). We are looking for these quality compounders to reach our technical "buy zones" this week.
  • Wait & See: For CRM, PYPL, and ORCL, we are looking for the "lower low" pattern to definitively break.

πŸ“… Market Review for Friday, February 20, 2026

Overview: Markets opened lower after Q4 GDP came in weak at +1.4%. However, stocks surged in the afternoon following the Supreme Court's ruling against the administration's broad tariff authority. While new executive orders were issued, investors focused on the potential for $175B in corporate refunds from original levies.

πŸ›οΈ FX & Crypto Review

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Gained +1.37% to trade near $67,331. Despite the broader "Extreme Fear" in sentiment indices, institutional support remains firm.
  • EUR/USD: Rose toward 1.1910 as the weak GDP print weighed on the U.S. Dollar.

πŸ“ˆ Major Indices & Commodities

  • S&P 500: Gained +0.69%, closing at 6,909.51.
  • Nasdaq Composite: Rose +0.90%, finishing at 22,886.73.
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average: Added +0.44%, closing at 49,612.66.
  • Gold: Reclaimed the $5,100 mark, closing at $5,109 per ounce.
  • Silver: Surged over 8% to settle at $84.57 per ounce, tracking its first weekly gain in a month.
  • WTI Crude Oil: Settled slightly higher at $66.48 per barrel.

πŸ“Š Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

  • AMZN (Amazon): Up +2.60% ($206.38). Led the Dow as investors weighed potential tariff refunds.
  • DELL (Dell Technologies): Up +2.70% ($121.42). A major beneficiary of the court’s tariff decision.
  • AAPL (Apple): Up +1.54% ($241.22). Afternoon rally as trade uncertainty eased slightly.
  • NVDA (Nvidia): Up +0.94% ($189.67). Recovering ground ahead of high-stakes earnings this week.
  • MSFT (Microsoft): Up +0.31% ($399.70). Watchlist: Finding support at the $400 level.

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Daily Market Update

Market Review for Feb 20th 2026

Stephen avatar
Shared by Stephen β€’ February 20, 2026

Hi there,

Yesterday, Thursday, February 19, 2026, Wall Street’s recent momentum stalled as a cautious outlook from Walmart and hawkish signals from the Fed minutes dampened investor sentiment. Geopolitical tensions also weighed on the tape, leading to a broad "risk-off" session across all three major indices.


πŸ“‰ Active Option Trade Tracker

We have some fantastic news to share regarding our active trades. On Wednesday, we took advantage of the price action to lock in gains on our primary index positions.

  • US 500 (IG Index): Closed on Wednesday for a realised profit of 2.98% in just 15 days.
  • XSP (IBKR): Closed on Wednesday for a realised gain of 1.58% in 15 days.
  • TLT Short $86 Put: This option expires tonight in the IBKR account. It will realise a gain of 0.85%. There is nothing to do here; the option will expire worthless and disappear from the account, with the full gain realised in our cash balance.

Performance Note: Our US 500 portfolio is now up 5.44% for the year. Considering the S&P 500 is only up 0.25% over the same period, this significantly demonstrates our outperformance through disciplined, high-probability trading.


πŸ“‹ Long-Term Buy Watchlist Update

We continue to stay patient as the market undergoes this healthy rotation.

  • DELL, NVDA & AMD: We are watching these closely for an entry. DELL closed yesterday at $118.04, showing some resilience, while NVDA slipped slightly to $187.90.
  • New Additions to Watchlist: We have officially added MSFT, NFLX, AMZN, and MA (Mastercard) to the list. We are looking for these quality compounders to reach our technical "buy zones" in the coming days.
  • Wait & See: For CRM, PYPL, and ORCL, we are waiting for a definitive end to the pattern of lower lows before we commit capital.

πŸ“… Market Review for Thursday, February 19, 2026

Overview: The market’s three-day winning streak was snapped yesterday. Investors digested Fed minutes that suggested "higher for longer" rates might still be on the table, while a spike in crude oil prices due to US-Iran tensions added a layer of geopolitical risk to the mix.

πŸ›οΈ FX & Crypto Review

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Gained +1.31% to finish near $67,088, snapping a two-day losing streak despite the general "risk-off" mood in equities.
  • EUR/USD: Slipped as the Dollar found some support from the hawkish tone in the FOMC minutes.

πŸ“ˆ Major Indices & Commodities

  • S&P 500: Fell -0.28%, closing at 6,861.89.
  • Nasdaq Composite: Slipped -0.31%, finishing at 22,682.73.
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average: Dropped -0.54% (-267 points), closing at 49,395.16.
  • Gold: Edged higher as a safe-haven asset, trading near $4,950 per ounce.
  • WTI Crude Oil: Spiked on geopolitical uncertainty, settling higher at $63.50 per barrel.

πŸ“Š Specific Stock Performance

  • WMT (Walmart): Down -1.38% ($124.87). Rattled the retail sector with a cautious 2026 guidance.
  • NVDA (Nvidia): Down -0.04% ($187.90). Remained remarkably flat despite the tech-sector pressure
  • DELL (Dell Technologies): Up +1.08% ($118.04). Showing relative strength ahead of its earnings next week.
  • MSFT (Microsoft): Down -0.30% ($398.41). Watchlist: Consolidating just below the $400 psychological level.
  • META (Meta Platforms): Up +0.24% ($644.78). One of the few mega-cap tech names to finish in the green.

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Members Meeting Recording

Members Meeting Recording Feb 19th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 19, 2026

Hi there,

Meeting Recording

Note: Summary notes of the meeting are below the video in this article.

Details

  • S&P and US 500 Trade Summary: Stephen Cox reported that they closed down the S&P trade and the US 500 trade the previous day, resulting in a profit that was 3% on one account and just under 2% on another account. (00:03:35).
  • Trade Tracker and Portfolio History Access: Attendees were informed about how to track their performance using the current system, noting that the data is updated daily. They can access the updated information, including the US 500 challenge results of up 5.44% versus the S&P 500 at 0.53%, in the knowledge base under "trades and portfolio history" (00:04:42).
  • Current Challenge Status and Metrics: The US 500 challenge is currently 18% towards the 30% goal, with detailed metrics showing an average profit per trade of 2.72% and an average trade duration of 12.5 days. Since there are no open positions, the focus remains on tracking past trade logs and detailed analysis (00:04:42).
  • New App and Supplemental Course Recommendation: Stephen Cox mentioned that a new app is being built to consolidate trade tracking for easier mobile access, which will present the information more clearly than the current method. They strongly encouraged those using XSP or the US 500 challenge to complete an extra course that serves as an additional layer of defence against assignment (00:05:43).
  • Justification for Early Trade Closure: The decision to close the S&P 500 trade early was due to the 75% harvest rule, which mandates taking profit off the table once 75% of the maximum profit is reached (00:06:45). This strategy reduces the time exposed to market risk and, in this specific instance, could have theoretically doubled the return by allowing them to exit and re-enter the trade (00:07:41).
  • Strategy for Next S&P Trade: The next trade will be initiated after a pullback in the S&P (referred to as "spy") to lower levels, targeting the 6,300 strike, which is 7% down from 6,800. This approach aims to achieve the 30% challenge target while maintaining a risk management plan, such as rolling out and down at 6420 to create a 2% buffer (00:08:36).
  • Moving Average and Trading Rules: Michael Carroll inquired about the simple moving average, and Stephen Cox clarified they use the 200-day moving average on a daily chart, emphasizing a new rule that prohibits initiating a trade if the market is below this average. This rule is intended to avoid most historical crash events, though it may result in less frequent trading (00:09:39).
  • Analysis of TLT Trade and Interest Rate Dynamics: Stephen Cox reported on an existing TLT trade set to expire in full profit tomorrow, yielding an $85 profit on a $10K account (0.85%) over approximately 28 days (00:10:37). TLT tracks 20-year treasury bonds and is inversely related to interest rates, meaning it offers a way to speculate on interest rate movements (00:11:41).
  • Discussion of Interest Rates and Fed Policy: The discussion covered a Bloomberg article suggesting the Federal Reserve officials were more hawkish (favoring higher rates) than dovish (favoring cuts), though better-than-expected inflation data since the last Fed meeting may have changed perspectives (00:13:48). Stephen Cox opined that interest rates are likely to move sideways, remaining between 3.8% and 4.6%, and they only foresee dramatic rate cuts if jobs data substantially worsens (00:16:37).
  • TLT Trading Recommendation: Stephen Cox recommended continuing to sell put options at the $86 strike on TLT, noting that recent lower inflation data has caused TLT to rally. This approach is seen as a less aggressive alternative to the S&P trade, especially given the stock's relatively low volatility (00:17:39).
  • Analysis of Flutter (Long-Term Stock): Flutter, a long-term stock, has performed poorly due to recent headwinds, including a new UK betting tax ($320 million headwind) and the rise of US prediction markets, which are structured to bypass state laws (00:18:43). Flutter is responding by creating a competing product, FanJuel Predicts, at a cost of $300 million (00:21:03).
  • Flutter Investment Strategy: Despite the challenges, Stephen Cox believes the selloff in Flutter is "way overdone" and presents a buying opportunity, though they would not average in further until after the upcoming earnings report (00:22:19). For new investors, they suggested averaging in with half the intended amount now and reserving the rest for post-earnings averaging, regardless of whether the stock drops or rallies (00:24:30).
  • John Deere and Caterpillar Market Assessment: Stephen Cox reviewed John Deere and Caterpillar, concluding that the potential for profits based on global reconstruction (Gaza, Ukraine) has already been factored into the share price (00:24:30). They would consider selling if they owned the stocks, as current prices and analyst forecasts suggest a likely correction back toward the moving average (00:25:35).
  • S&P 500 as an Alternative to Tech Volatility: In response to Clive’s search for less volatile alternatives, Stephen Cox suggested the S&P 500 due to its diversification across financials, energy, and technology sectors. They are bullish on the S&P because the recent sell-off in tech may set up a rally when capital eventually flows back into that sector later in the year (00:26:30).
  • Economic Concerns Regarding AI and Jobs: Stephen Cox expressed concern that the job losses resulting from AI, especially in customer service and marketing, could become a trigger for economic trouble in the US within the next 12 to 24 months (00:27:31). They stressed the need for the membership to monitor monthly jobs data closely (00:28:33).
  • Discussion on US Treasury Bonds: Clive raised concerns about global players potentially dumping US treasuries (00:29:37). Stephen Cox countered this, citing Hank Paulson’s book, which recounted China refusing a Russian proposal to sell off US debt to avoid self-harm, concluding that dumping debt on a large scale makes no economic sense unless used as a tool of war (00:30:51).
  • Oil Stocks and Geopolitical Risk: The discussion moved to oil stocks in the context of potential Middle East conflict, with Stephen Cox noting that many have already moved in anticipation of higher oil prices. They recommended Slumberge and Halleburton, which provide technology and infrastructure for oil drilling, as conservative plays that benefit from higher demand (00:32:46) (00:35:08).
  • Risk Associated with Russian Oil: Stephen Cox identified a significant, often overlooked risk to oil prices: a potential agreement between Russia and Ukraine could result in Russian oil returning to the market, increasing supply and causing prices to drop (00:33:49). They acknowledged, however, that developers they work with have no faith in current peace talks (00:35:08).
  • Technical and Fundamental Analysis of General Dynamics (GD): Michael Carroll asked about General Dynamics (GD), and Stephen Cox noted that technically, the chart shows a healthy consolidation after making a new high, which is encouraging (00:36:32). Fundamentally, they found the stock to be fully valued, with a high price-to-earnings multiple of 20 and a forecasted growth rate of only 5% on sales (00:38:44).
  • Bitcoin Outlook and Supply Concerns: Stephen Cox, who does not trade or follow Bitcoin, predicted a retest of the recent low, which could lead to a drop to 55,000 (nearly 20% lower) if it fails to hold. Their main concern is the long-term impact of quantum computing on the supply side, as it could solve the underlying computational problems quicker and potentially increase the supply dramatically (00:40:50).
  • Technology Stock Watch List: Stephen Cox continues to hold off on buying several technology stocks but expressed interest in Dell, Nvidia, and AMD (00:41:59). They noted that news of a new order from Meta has tied Nvidia down for years, and while the market questions if the good news is already priced in, they believe the stock will grind higher after the current consolidation (00:43:01).
  • Gold and Silver Trading Strategy: The current range for silver is wide, and Stephen Cox suggested that a retest of the low is possible, which would be 20% lower, though a retest of the recent highs (15% higher) is also plausible (00:43:01). They advised treating silver with a "trader's hat on," operating within the wide consolidation range, and only holding gold as a long-term investment (00:45:10).
  • Valuation of Oracle and Salesforce: Oracle and Salesforce are considered extremely cheap due to concerns over new AI tools that could simplify code writing for developers, negatively impacting demand and pricing for existing CRM products. Stephen Cox is waiting for consolidation and more confidence before investing in these software stocks, preferring the immediate outlook for Dell, Nvidia, and AMD (00:47:11).
  • Final Summary and Future Actions: Stephen Cox affirmed that their core strategy is working and outperforming the market, and they will continue to apply new risk management rules to it. They are anticipating a market dip to put on the next US 500 trade and will alert members when they begin buying stocks again, focusing on tech names like Dell, Nvidia, and AMD, and diversified stocks like Amazon and Mastercard (00:46:10) (00:48:19).

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Daily Market Update

Market Review for Feb 18th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 18, 2026

Hi there,

Yesterday, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Wall Street returned from the holiday break with a cautious but resilient tone. While the "SaaSpocalypse" narrative continued to weigh on specific software names due to AI-disruption fears, mega-cap tech and AI infrastructure stocks stabilized, allowing the major indices to log modest gains.


πŸ“‰ Active Option Trade Tracker

Our active positions have shown excellent resilience through the recent volatility. We continue to benefit from time decay as we approach the final ten days of the February cycle.

  • TLT Feb 20th Short $86 Put: ROI +0.84%. Expires Friday and we will make full profit!
  • US 500 Feb 27th Short 6400 Put (IG): ROI +2.82%.
  • XSP Feb 27th $640 Short Put (IBKR): ROI +1.37%.

No action required on any of these trades. We are letting them run to expiry. Both the US 500 and XSP trades remain a comfortable 6.5% above breakeven with a 94% probability of profit.


πŸ“‹ Long-Term Buy Watchlist Update

We are expanding our horizons as the market re-prices some of the world's highest-quality companies.

  • DELL, NVDA & AMD: These remain our high-conviction hardware plays. DELL closed at $116.09 yesterday, continuing to consolidate ahead of its earnings later this month. NVDA saw some mild pressure to close near $180.47, which is keeping it firmly in our "strike zone."
  • New Additions to Watchlist: We have officially added MSFT, NFLX, AMZN, and MA (Mastercard) to our watchlist.
  • Wait & See: For CRM, PYPL, and ORCL, we are looking for a definitive end to the "lower low" pattern. We are encouraged by the stabilization in the broader indices yesterday and will be looking for these names to follow suit.

πŸ“… Market Review for Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Overview: The markets witnessed a "calm before the storm" atmosphere yesterday. While software names remained under pressure, Amazon halted its recent slide, ending a losing streak sparked by its massive CapEx guidance. Investors are now focused on the 10-year Treasury yield, which is hovering around the critical 4.00% level.

πŸ›οΈ FX & Crypto Review

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Slipped -1.07% to settle near $67,755. The digital asset continues its February consolidation, now down about 13% for the month.
  • EUR/USD: Held steady near 1.1883 as the Dollar Index (DXY) attempted to break its 2026 downtrend.
  • XRP: Faced mild pressure, trading near $1.35 alongside the broader crypto retreat.

πŸ“ˆ Major Indices & Commodities

  • S&P 500: Gained +0.10%, closing at 6,843.22.
  • Nasdaq Composite: Rose +0.14%, finishing at 22,578.38.
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average: Inched up +0.07%, closing at 49,533.19.
  • Gold: Faced significant selling pressure, dropping -2.18% to $4,936 per ounce.
  • Silver: Tumbled -4.50% to settle at $74.45 per ounce as risk premiums unwound.
  • WTI Crude Oil: Traded higher, settling around $64.00 per barrel.

πŸ“Š Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

  • AMZN (Amazon): Up +1.19% ($201.15). A vital bounce for the retail and cloud giant after a rough start to the month.
  • ORCL (Oracle): Up +2.11% ($159.89). Continuing to buck the general software trend.
  • DELL (Dell Technologies): Down -1.19% ($116.09). Consolidating ahead of its February 26th earnings report.
  • MSFT (Microsoft): Down -1.11% ($396.86). New Watchlist: Trading at levels not seen in some time; we are watching for a base here.
  • NVDA (Nvidia): Down -1.28% ($180.47). Watchlist: Healthy consolidation within its broader uptrend.

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Daily Market Update

Market Review for Feb 13th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 13, 2026

Hi there,

Important Reminder: US markets closed on Monday.


Yesterday, Friday, February 13, 2026, Wall Street closed a volatile week on a mixed note as investors balanced cooling inflation data against persistent "AI anxiety" in the technology sector. While the Dow and S&P 500 managed marginal gains, the Nasdaq edged lower as a "sell first, ask later" mentality continued to grip mega-cap tech names.


πŸ“‰ Active Option Trade Tracker

Our active positions remain in a very strong position as we head toward the final stretch of February. We have seen excellent stability in our breakeven cushions.

  • TLT Feb 20th Short $86 Put: ROI +0.84%.
  • US 500 Feb 27th Short 6400 Put (IG): ROI +1.39%.
  • XSP Feb 27th $640 Short Put (IBKR): ROI +0.59%.

No action required on any of these trades. We are letting them run to expiry, where we remain on track to achieve our full target ROIs. Both the US 500 and XSP trades currently sit 6.5% above breakeven with a 94% probability of profit.


New Risk Management Course

Following our recent members' meeting and our deep dive into 'Black Swan' events, I’ve built a specific risk management course to protect your capital. Whether you're trading XSP on IBKR or US 500 on IG Index, this module is essential for anyone running non-cash-secured puts. It outlines our institutional Triple-Lock Defense, showing you exactly how to use the 200-DMA and VIX 35 levers to survive the 'Waterfalls' that wipe out most leveraged traders. Don't wait for the next gap-down to test your strategyβ€”get the survival kit now.


πŸ“‹ Long-Term Buy Watchlist Update

We continue to stay disciplined with our entries, letting the recent sector rotation bring quality names down to our preferred valuation levels.

  • DELL, NVDA & AMD: These remain at the top of our list. After a difficult week for semiconductors, these leaders are nearing critical support zones where we anticipate adding them to our long-term buy-and-hold portfolio.
  • New Additions to Watchlist: MSFT, NFLX, AMZN, and MA (Mastercard). We are expanding our focus to these quality compounders as the market re-prices growth expectations.
  • Wait & See: For CRM, PYPL, and ORCL, we remain on the sidelines. We are looking for these stocks to stabilize and form a solid base before we commit capital.

πŸ“… Market Review for Friday, February 13, 2026

Overview: The headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose just 0.2% in January, bringing the annual rate down to 2.4%β€”the slowest pace in nearly a year. While this initially sparked a rally, it was quickly dampened by a fresh wave of "AI panic" that saw investors rotate out of high-multiple tech leaders and into defensive sectors like Industrials and Healthcare.

πŸ›οΈ FX & Crypto Review

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Rose to $68,733, showing some resilience after a mid-week dip.
  • EUR/USD: Rose to 1.1883 as the cooling inflation data boosted hopes for a Fed rate cut, weakening the Dollar.
  • XRP: Traded near $1.38, consolidating with the broader altcoin market.

πŸ“ˆ Major Indices & Commodities

  • S&P 500: Gained +0.05%, closing at 6,836.17.
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average: Edged up +0.10%, closing at 49,500.93.
  • Nasdaq Composite: Slipped -0.22%, finishing at 22,546.67.
  • Gold: Surged +2.48% to $5,043.92 per ounce as investors sought a safe haven from tech volatility.
  • Silver: Bounced +2.98% to settle at $77.40 per ounce.
  • WTI Crude Oil: Settled virtually flat at $62.81 per barrel.

πŸ“Š Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

  • COIN (Coinbase): Up +16.46% ($205.15). The standout winner following a massive earnings beat and strong subscription growth.
  • AMAT (Applied Materials): Up +8.08% ($212.44). Hit an all-time high after providing a very bullish outlook for 2026.
  • DELL (Dell Technologies): Down -0.55% ($114.52). Watchlist: Holding steady while enterprise software names face heavier selling.
  • NVDA (Nvidia): Down -2.23% ($182.78). Watchlist: Pressure continues as the AI trade becomes more selective.
  • NFLX (Netflix): Down -3.09% ($86.12). New Watchlist: We are watching this pullback closely for a long-term entry point.

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Members Meeting Recording

Members Meeting Recording Feb 12th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 12, 2026

Hi there,

Meeting Recording

Note: Summary notes of the meeting are below the video in this article.

Details

  • Stock Analysis: Micron, Terodine, and Western Digital Stephen Cox began the stock review with Micron, suggesting that based on technicals and fundamentals, it might be time to take profits off the table due to a significant run-up (00:02:13). Clive Wisdom confirmed that "Terra" was Teradyne (00:04:19). Stephen Cox reviewed Teradyne, noting strong fundamentals, including improving operating margins, stable shares outstanding, good debt ratios, and anticipated substantial future sales and earnings growth (00:05:19). They concluded that much of the good news for Terodine appeared to be priced in, but advised staying with the momentum until weakness was observed (00:07:24). For Western Digital, Stephen Cox indicated that their models suggested it might be overcooked or approaching overvalued status, although the current consolidation was viewed as positive (00:08:30). Clive Wisdom mentioned selling calls on Terodine and that Western Digital had recently "sank" but was saved by the jobs report (00:09:34).
  • Managing Momentum and Pullbacks in Trades Stephen Cox discussed the risk of significant pullbacks in stocks that have made large moves, such as Western Digital, noting a potential healthy correction of up to 22%. They differentiated between an investor's perspective (focused on long-term wealth) and a trader's perspective (which might suggest exiting due to the risk of large drops) (00:10:33). Stephen Cox emphasized that their model suggested Western Digital was fully valued, although further due diligence might offer deeper insight (00:11:32).
  • Current S&P 500 Trade Performance Stephen Cox provided an update on the XSP and IG index trades on the S\&P 500, noting substantial returns of 1.4% on the Interactive Brokers account and 2.9% on the IG Index account in less than 10 days, all based on $10K accounts (00:12:46). They confirmed that both trades would be allowed to run to expiry, expecting further profits. Specifically, the IG Index trade was expected to yield another €110, and the XSP position was anticipated to add 0.6% more, with the S\&P 500 having a 99.5% probability of staying above the 6,400 put strike (00:13:46).
  • Strategic Rationale for Strike Selection Stephen Cox explained the rationale for selecting the out-of-the-money 6,400 put strike instead of a closer strike like 6,800, despite the latter offering a higher premium (00:14:50). They analogized the strategy to selling insurance, highlighting that the lower strike provides a much larger buffer against market downturns, classifying it as a less risky approach designed to deliver consistent returns (00:16:56). The risk management plan for the S\&P 500 trade involves rolling out and down to a lower strike if the S\&P 500 hits 6,500, which would lower the break-even point well below 6,000 (00:18:02).
  • Discussion on Downside Risk and Strategy Statistics Brendan asked about the downside risk, noting that historically, 87% of trades worked, and 7% needed to be rolled out and down (which Stephen Cox clarified turned profitable) (00:20:03). They raised concerns about a sudden, rapid market drop that could happen while one is asleep, preventing the action point trigger (00:20:58) (00:26:06).
  • Managing In-the-Money Puts and Alternatives Stephen Cox discussed the options for managing a rapid drop, including taking a hit, or rolling out and across to extend the timeframe if unable to roll out and down. They also suggested that a bull put spreadβ€”buying a put option underneath the sold putβ€”would be a safer alternative for those uncomfortable with the downside risk, although it offers a substantially smaller premium (00:29:02).
  • Comparison of IG Index and Interactive Brokers for S\&P 500 Strategy Jerry voiced concerns about the potential for mounting losses with IG Index during a significant market circuit breaker, preferring IBKR for the option of getting assigned shares (00:32:15). Stephen Cox agreed that IG Index is return-based, while Interactive Brokers allows taking assignment of the shares (with Spy, not XSP), which provides a hold-until-recovery strategy (00:36:40). They also noted that IG Index offers more opportunities to roll out and down because it trades 24/5 (00:40:58).
  • Market Outlook and S\&P 500 Technical Analysis Jerry inquired about the S\&P 500's current triple-top formation (00:33:23). Stephen Cox stated they expect a pullback in the first half of the year, possibly down to the 6,400-6,500 range, to bring in fresh capital. They also noted that the rally is broadening out beyond the "Mag Seven," evidenced by the QQQ not performing as well as the S\&P 500 since last October, indicating a healthy market trend (00:34:30).
  • Statistical Safeness of Short Put Strategy Stephen G provided statistics on historical S\&P 500 one-day drops, noting that drops greater than 5% are extremely rare (21 days out of 15,000) (00:37:41). He concluded that based on statistics, the strategy offers sufficient time to manage the position (00:38:55). Stephen Cox agreed with the statistical perspective, emphasizing that there is always risk, and it is crucial for individuals to assess their comfort level and have a management plan if things go wrong (00:40:02).
  • Bitcoin and Metals Technical Outlook Stephen Cox briefly discussed Bitcoin from a technical perspective, suggesting that the recent low will likely be retested, with the next possible low around $55,000 (00:42:02). Regarding silver, they noted that the aggressive move was unsustainable and has corrected significantly. They suggested silver will likely be rangebound for a while but predicted that both the recent high and low will be retested (00:43:57). Stephen Cox was less concerned about gold and suggested holding it, as its move up was less aggressive, predicting it will test its high again (00:44:58).
  • Stock Watchlist and Downtrend Management Stephen Cox mentioned that Dell is selling off and may be a good entry point soon (00:44:58). Oracle is approaching a breakout from its downtrend, but they cautioned about AI risks potentially eating into its business. They used PayPal and Lyft as stark reminders to wait for downtrends to end before investing, as earnings announcements can cause significant drops (00:45:56). Stephen Cox indicated that Nvidia and AMD look promising due to increased AI spending from major tech companies (00:46:59).
  • Trading High-Risk Stock (NNE) Stephen Cox suggested NNE, a micro nuclear reactor company, for those interested in aggressive, high-risk trading, noting its stock moves 5 to 10% a day despite poor financials (00:48:01). They stressed limiting allocation to well below 2% due to the high risk (00:49:09).
  • Clarification on Rolling Out When In-the-Money Stephen V asked why an XSP put option cannot be rolled out and down if it has dropped in the money (00:50:05). Stephen Cox explained that once a put option is in-the-money, it has intrinsic or "real value," making it more expensive to buy back and significantly limiting how far down it can be rolled for a credit (00:51:06). They reiterated that the key to the strategy is rolling out and down before the share price drops in the money (00:52:23).
  • US Dollar Outlook Brendan O'Reilly 262626 asked for a comment on the consensus view that the US dollar will weaken. Stephen Cox disagreed, stating that a substantial weakening would only likely happen if interest rates were slashed or the US economy significantly deteriorated, which they did not anticipate. They predicted the dollar would remain rangebound between 116 and 125 (00:53:19).


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Daily Market Update

Market Review for Feb 10th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 11, 2026

Hi there,

Yesterday, Tuesday, February 10, 2026, Wall Street saw a mixed session as the major indices drifted after flirting with record territory. While the Dow Jones notched its third consecutive record close, the Nasdaq and S&P 500 faced pressure from a cooling retail sales report and renewed scrutiny of Big Tech’s massive AI capital expenditures.


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US 500 (IG Index) | Feb 27th 6400 Put

  • Current: +2.6% ROI
  • Target: +4.0% at expiry

XSP (IBKR) | Feb 27th $640 Put

  • Current: +1.26% ROI
  • Target: +2.07% at expiry

TLT (IBKR) | Feb 20th $86 Put

  • Current: +0.79% ROI
  • Target: 0.85% (Nearly Full Profit!)

πŸ† YEAR-TO-DATE PERFORMANCE

  • US 500 Challenge: +5.06% (Vs S&P +1.41%)
  • IBKR Portfolio: +3.35% (Vs S&P +1.41%)

The Strategy: We are currently in the "harvesting phase." We are letting time decay (Theta) do the heavy lifting. Stay disciplined and let the math work for you!


πŸ“‹ Long-Term Buy Watchlist Update

Yesterday’s rotation showed a clear distinction between hardware resilience and software uncertainty.

  • DELL, NVDA & AMD: DELL was a massive standout yesterday, surging +4.22% to close at $126.01, continuing to consolidate and push higher above its recent downtrend. NVDA saw a minor pullback of -0.75% to $188.61, which we view as a healthy entry opportunity. We anticipate adding these to our long-term portfolio this week on pullbacks.
  • Wait & See: For CRM, PYPL, and ORCL, we remain patient. While ORCL added another +2.08% yesterday to reach $159.85, we want to see CRM and PYPL stop making lower lows and establish a firm base before committing capital.

πŸ“… Market Review for Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Overview: Stagnant retail sales data for December missed economist forecasts, raising expectations for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut later this year. This "bad news is good news" dynamic helped the Dow reach a new record, though tech shares were weighed down by the sheer scale of projected 2026 AI spending.

πŸ›οΈ FX & Crypto Review

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Fell -2.86% to close near $68,728. Crypto continues to struggle with month-to-date outflows, currently down about 11% in February.
  • EUR/USD: Approached yearly highs, trading near 1.1810 as Treasury yields sank following the weak retail data.
  • XRP: Faced mild pressure alongside BTC, trading near $1.38.

πŸ“ˆ Major Indices & Commodities

  • S&P 500: Slipped -0.33%, closing at 6,941.81.
  • Nasdaq Composite: Fell -0.59%, finishing at 23,102.47.
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average: Edged up +0.10%, closing at a record 50,188.15.
  • Gold: Rose to $4,975 per ounce as yields dropped.
  • Silver: Maintained a base near $88.00 per ounce.
  • WTI Crude Oil: Slipped slightly to $64.34 per barrel as geopolitical tensions hit a temporary lull.

πŸ“Š Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

  • DELL (Dell Technologies): Up +4.22% ($126.01). A leader in the hardware space, showing strong accumulation.
  • ORCL (Oracle): Up +2.08% ($159.85). Continuing its momentum from Monday’s analyst upgrade.
  • NVDA (Nvidia): Down -0.75% ($188.61). Watchlist: Consolidating; we are looking for our entry point this week.
  • GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Down -1.77% ($318.58). Hit by bond-sale headlines and AI spend concerns.
  • COST (Costco): Down -3.00%. Dragged down by the disappointing retail sales report.

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Daily Market Update

Market Review for Feb 9th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 10, 2026

Hi there,

Yesterday, Monday, February 9, 2026, Wall Street saw a resilient performance as the blue-chip Dow Jones Industrial Average notched its second consecutive close above the historic 50,000 mark. Technology shares led a broad rally, with AI-linked names driving the Nasdaq higher as investors braced for a heavy week of economic data.


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The trade has swung into a 2.55% ROI since we placed the trade just one week ago. We are also on track to deliver the full 4% ROI by the end of February. There is nothing to do with this trade, which now has a 98% probability of profit!

Crucially, the Index at 6,964 remains well above our 6,400 strike and our 6,376.31 breakeven. The index would need to fall another 8% before we would face a loss on Feb 27th. We are letting the accelerated premium decay do the work for us. No action required.


πŸ“‹ Long-Term Buy Watchlist Update

Yesterday’s rotation into tech provided a clear sign of where the "smart money" is moving.

  • DELL, NVDA & AMD: These remain our primary targets. NVDA surged +2.50% to close at $190.04, showing strong momentum. DELL held steady at $120.91, consolidating beautifully above its recent breakout point. AMD also saw a positive session as it recovers toward its moving averages. We anticipate adding these to our long-term buy-and-hold portfolio in the coming days as the consolidation patterns complete.
  • Wait & See: For CRM, PYPL, and ORCL, we are seeing mixed signals. ORCL was the star of the day, soaring +9.66% to $156.61 following a major analyst upgrade. We are watching for this to stop making lower highs and establish a firm base before we commit.

πŸš€ Portfolio Spotlight: Alphabet (GOOGL)

Alphabet finished the day at $324.12. While it has pulled back from its all-time highs of $343 seen last week, it remains up approximately 120% since our purchase last May.

  • The Strategy: We continue to hold. We view this current breather as healthy consolidation after a massive run.
  • Note: As previously mentioned, we are not buyers at these levels, but we remain long and will ride the stock higher.

πŸ“… Market Review for Monday, February 9, 2026

Overview: Tech stocks stole the spotlight as Oracle's massive gain boosted the software sector. The Dow's ability to hold the 50,000 level is a significant psychological win for the bulls, even as traders remain cautious ahead of upcoming inflation and jobs reports.

πŸ›οΈ FX & Crypto Review

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Showed remarkable resilience, holding steady near $69,894 despite a broader sense of "extreme fear" in the crypto sentiment indices.
  • EUR/USD: Rose to 1.1883 as the Dollar faced mild selling pressure.
  • XRP: Traded near $1.42, showing strength amid discussions of its utility in cross-border trade.

πŸ“ˆ Major Indices & Commodities

  • S&P 500: Gained +0.47%, closing at 6,964.82.
  • Nasdaq Composite: Rose +0.90%, finishing at 23,238.67.
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average: Inched up +0.04%, closing at a record 50,135.87.
  • Gold: Steady at $5,050.90 per ounce.
  • Silver: Consolidated at $82.07 per ounce.
  • WTI Crude Oil: Traded higher for a third session, settling near $64.29 per barrel on Iran-US tensions.

πŸ“Š Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

  • ORCL (Oracle): Up +9.66% ($156.61). The day's big winner following a D.A. Davidson upgrade to "Buy."
  • NVDA (Nvidia): Up +2.50% ($190.04). Rebounding strongly after last week's dip.
  • DELL (Dell Technologies): Down -0.12% ($120.91). Consolidating perfectly above its recent downtrend.
  • GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Up +0.39% ($324.12). A quiet session after the post-earnings volatility.
  • META (Meta Platforms): Up +2.43% ($677.53). Regaining momentum as ad-revenue optimism persists.

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Daily Market Update

Market Review for Feb 5th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 06, 2026

Hi there,

Yesterday, Thursday, February 5, 2026, Wall Street suffered its sharpest sell-off of the year as a "risk-off" contagion swept through nearly every asset class. A disappointing jobs report, coupled with aggressive AI spending plans from Big Tech, sparked a broad liquidation that sent the Dow tumbling nearly 600 points and pushed Bitcoin into a temporary flash crash.


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The trade has swung into a temporary paper loss following yesterday's volatility. However, we remain fully confident in achieving our 4% ROI by month-end.

Yesterday’s sell-off in the S&P 500 spiked Implied Volatility (IV); as this fear subsides and IV drops, our position will benefit significantly from accelerated premium decay. Crucially, the Index at 6,798 remains well above our 6,400 strike and our 6,376.31 breakeven. The index needs to fall another 6% before we would lose on Feb 27th, and that is why the Probability of Profit (POP) remains robust at circa 90%. No action required.


πŸ“‹ Long-Term Buy Watchlist Update

  • DELL, NVDA & AMD: All three semiconductor and hardware leaders became notably "cheaper" yesterday. NVDA fell to $171.88, AMD dropped to $192.50, and DELL closed at $116.70. We are closely monitoring this price action and anticipate adding all three to our long-term buy-and-hold portfolio in the coming days as they find technical support.
  • Wait & See: For CRM, PYPL, and ORCL, we are remaining patient. We need to see these names stop making lower lows and begin a period of technical consolidation before we commit capital.

πŸ“… Market Review for Thursday, February 5, 2026

Overview: Fear gripped the markets on Thursday as the 10-year Treasury yield sank to 4.20% following a weak jobs report. Investors are increasingly wary of the massive AI capital expenditures ($180B+) announced by Alphabet and Meta, fearing that near-term cash flows will be strained before the AI "payoff" fully arrives.

πŸ›οΈ FX & Crypto Review

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Experienced a dramatic session, flash-crashing toward $60,000 overnight before recovering to settle near $64,000. The move was exacerbated by record daily volume in spot ETFs and heavy liquidations.
  • EUR/USD: Rose to 1.1965 as the Dollar weakened in response to the sinking Treasury yields.

πŸ“ˆ Major Indices & Commodities

  • S&P 500: Fell -1.23%, closing at 6,797.54.
  • Nasdaq Composite: Tumbled -1.57%, finishing at 22,544.25.
  • Dow Jones Industrial Average: Plunged -1.22% (approx. 600 points), closing at 48,897.51.
  • Gold: Declined -1.2% to settle at $4,889.50 per ounce.
  • Silver: Dropped significantly to settle at $76.06 per ounce, continuing its volatile retreat from late-January highs.
  • WTI Crude Oil: Settled near $63.10 per barrel.

πŸ“Š Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

  • GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Down -0.54% ($331.25). Initially dropped 4% post-earnings but rallied back to near breakeven as investors digested its $180B AI spend plan.
  • META (Meta Platforms): Up +0.18% ($670.21). Showed remarkable relative strength, finishing green despite the broader tech rout.
  • DELL (Dell Technologies): Down -4.38% ($116.70). Watchlist: Swept up in the hardware sell-off; we are watching for a base here.
  • NVDA (Nvidia): Down -1.33% ($171.88). Watchlist: Facing pressure but holding up better than speculative software.
  • CRM (Salesforce): Down -6.09% ($214.06). Watchlist: Continues to lead the software sector lower.

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Members Meeting Recording

Members Meeting Recording Feb 5th 2026

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Shared by Stephen β€’ February 05, 2026

Hi there,

Meeting Recording

Note: Summary notes of the meeting are below the video in this article.

Details

  • Session Opening and Market Conditions Stephen Cox noted that the futures were down, which was beneficial for the US 500 and XSP trades, and stated they would begin by discussing risk management and the differences between SPY and XSP, encouraging participants to ask questions (00:00:00).
  • SPY vs. XSP Options Explained Stephen Cox differentiated between SPY, an exchange-traded fund that tracks the S\&P 500 and is physically settled, meaning assignment of shares is possible if a short put option is in the money at expiration (00:00:59), and XSP, which is cash settled and does not involve share assignment. Stephen Cox also mentioned that XSP has lower margin requirements due to the lack of assignment risk (00:02:53). Stephen Vajda added that SPY is American style, allowing assignment before expiration, while XSP is European style, settling only at expiration, though Stephen Cox clarified that XSP can still be closed before expiration (00:04:03).
  • Premiums and Margin on SPY and XSP In response to a question from Roy Tyrrell about premiums, Stephen Cox compared a short 650 put on SPY with a margin impact of $10,700 and a premium of 265 (based on the previous day's close) (00:05:06), to the same put on XSP with a margin impact of $6,800 (00:06:06). Stephen Cox explained that XSP premiums are generally slightly lower due to no assignment risk and less margin requirement. They also noted that having a trade open on Interactive Brokers incurs interest on the margin amount (00:07:12).
  • Target Returns and Interactive Brokers vs. IG Index Stephen Cox addressed Roy Tyrrell's question about target returns, stating that the return is slightly less on a $10,000 account using XSP compared to IG index. Stephen Cox is targeting 20% for the year using Interactive Brokers for the same strategy applied on IG index, which they noted offers more "bang for your buck" due to tax-free spread betting (00:08:13). Stephen Cox further explained to Stephen Vajda that interest charges show up in the account's activity statement under "Interest Payments and Accruals" (00:09:21).
  • Risk Management and Rolling Out and Down Strategy Stephen Cox discussed how to manage trades when they move against the position, noting that the short 650 put trade was showing a temporary half a percent loss (00:10:25). They emphasized that the probability of success remains high, but advised preparing for the unlikely scenario by learning to "roll out and down," which is outlined in the courses (00:11:35). The strategy involves buying out of the current contract (e.g., February 650 put at a cost of $28) and opening a new contract further out in time and lower in strike (e.g., selling the March 6,000 put) for an additional credit, thus lowering the break-even point (00:12:34).
  • Applying the Risk Management Strategy Stephen Cox stressed that the key to managing the short put strategy on an index is to roll out and down before the underlying price drops below the strike price (00:14:46). They suggested setting a trigger point for rolling, such as 100 points above the strike price (e.g., 6,500 for a 6,400 strike), and demonstrated how to set an alert in IG index for the US 500 (00:15:46). Stephen Cox emphasized that this proactive approach provides a risk management plan and ensures a substantial "wiggle room" against a margin call (00:16:47).
  • Discussion on Margin Levels and Volatility in Trading Roy Tyrrell asked if a 70% margin usage was too high, to which Stephen Cox responded that 60% is a preferred ceiling for protection, noting that higher margin usage equates to higher risk (00:16:47). Michael Carroll shared a successful experience of day-trading the put options due to volatility, selling a put when premiums went up to 425 and closing it for a return of 120 as premiums dropped, which Stephen Cox validated as acceptable for those with time, though they personally prefer letting options run to expiry (00:18:43).
  • Strategic Strike Selection for Rolling Out and Down Stephen Gavin inquired about the necessity of choosing a new strike price that matches the cost of exiting the current position when rolling out and down (00:20:43). Stephen Cox clarified that while their general strategy is to aim for the lowest break-even point possible for nervous traders (00:21:33), a trader could choose a higher strike (e.g., 6,200 instead of 6,000) to generate a larger additional credit if they are confident the market won't fall significantly (00:22:32).
  • Impact of Bitcoin and Metals on the S\&P 500 Stephen Cox discussed the relevance of Bitcoin's continued decline and its potential impact on the S\&P 500, noting that a growing cohort of younger traders involved in crypto and possibly using high leverage could face margin calls that necessitate selling stocks, creating a knock-on effect (00:24:23). They also pointed to the sharp sell-off in silver, noting that highly leveraged positions in metals could similarly lead to margin calls affecting the S\&P 500 (00:26:30).
  • Analysis of Google and Meta Earnings Stephen Cox analyzed Google's 4% stock drop despite positive earnings, attributing it to the planned increase in AI spending, similar to Meta, which was not initially punished (00:28:40). Stephen Cox views the substantial AI investment as a positive long-term development, suggesting that any sell-off in Meta and Google should be viewed as a buying opportunity (00:29:39).
  • Semiconductor and Tech Stock Opportunities Stephen Cox identified Nvidia as a potential beneficiary of the increased AI spending by Google and Meta, suggesting that the fear of slowing spending for the chip seller is unwarranted and viewing the current price near a support level as a buying opportunity (00:30:46). They mentioned that AMD was "crushed" after earnings but their models still show significant upside for both AMD and Nvidia (00:31:49). Stephen Cox suggested splitting bets between Nvidia and AMD when initiating a position (00:33:03).
  • Dell, Oracle, and Lyft/Uber Outlook Stephen Cox expressed interest in buying Dell stock if the price returns to between 115 and 116, noting that the increased spending news is positive for Dell (00:33:03). They advised waiting on Oracle and Salesforce until their downtrends end. Stephen Cox is also watching Uber and Lyft, which are starting to pull back, and suggested splitting investment between them due to their differing business models and market concentrations (00:34:07).
  • Summary of Stock Watchlist and Long-Term Trading Advice Stephen Cox summarized that they are preparing to pull the trigger on Nvidia and AMD soon, are very interested in Dell at the right price, and have no immediate interest in CRM or Oracle. In response to Stephen Vajda, Stephen Cox advised holding Dell stock (or LEAPs with a far expiry) for the long term but suggested considering offloading or selling a call against a LEAP if the RSI reaches 70 (00:36:05). Stephen Cox also confirmed to Richard Fitzgerald that buying Meta to dollar-cost average is advisable, as they project strong growth for the stock (00:38:01).
  • Volatility and Option Pricing Stephen Cox confirmed to Stephen Gavin that if the US 500 remains above the short put's strike price at expiry, the option will expire worthless, resulting in full profit (00:41:13). They explained that high implied volatility (VIX) causes option premiums to rise, but if the market settles, the VIX drops, and the option's value disintegrates, which benefits the option seller (00:42:12). Michael Carroll added that the VIX spiking presents a great timing opportunity to sell options (00:45:10).
  • Closing Remarks and Resource Reminder Stephen Cox concluded the meeting by reiterating the benefits of their options strategy, which avoids major losses during market downturns (00:44:13). They reminded attendees to use the Quant AI tool for questions and to ask for a human agent if needed (00:46:13).

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