After holding a long ETH perpetual contract combined with covered calls for about four weeks, I managed to close the position with a modest gain of around $40. While it wasn't a significant profit, this experience confirmed a critical…

At the start of September 2024, during our annual trip to the Tsinandali Music Festival, trip was organized by our company Caucasus Translations, we had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Serodani near Telavi. This hotel provided the perfect…

Selling cash-secured put options can be a lucrative strategy for generating income and acquiring stocks at a discount. However, it's not without its drawbacks. Here are 10 reasons why selling cash-secured puts may not always be the best…

I usually aim to get my Friday options expiry articles out on time, but this week was a bit different. My Friday was packed, not only in the options market but also in life outside of trading. After managing a series of options rolls, my…

When thinking of potential investment opportunities in Africa, Zimbabwe might not be the first country that comes to mind. However, thanks to its vast natural resources, particularly gold, and discussions about its potential to join the…

Lately, I've been diving deep into the strategy of fully cash-secured puts without using margin—a method we've also been employing at TerraMatris Crypto Hedge Fund and our CryptoRentalYield Fund. This strategy provides a conservative yet…

Georgia, known for its rich culinary traditions, offers a diverse array of vegetarian dishes that are both delicious and satisfying. Despite being famous for its meat-heavy recipes, Georgian cuisine has a surprising variety of plant-based…

A long-time acquaintance of mine, Rob, recently pointed out an interesting development—Turkey is eyeing membership in BRICS. Rob’s remark got me thinking about a blog article I wrote more than a decade ago, discussing Turkey's aspirations…

During a recent day trip around the Kaspi region in Georgia, I had the pleasure of visiting the historic Amilakhvari Castle, thanks to a recommendation from a German friend who joined us for the journey. Nestled in the serene landscape of…

At the end of August 2024, the total value of our stock portfolio was USD 9,248 (€8,360 ). What is about 5% decrease or USD -478 loss, if compared to the previous month. Fundamental mistake with options trade on INTC stock took us there.…

At the start of August 2024, my family and I embarked on a memorable journey to Omiš, Croatia, to celebrate my 39th birthday. This trip was a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Adriatic…

Sometimes, the most memorable discoveries come when you least expect them. That’s exactly what happened when I stumbled upon the Kavtiskhevi Zoroastrian Temple, a site that left me in awe and filled me with a tinge of regret for not having…

Recently, I turned my attention to Neste Helsinki stock, a company renowned for its innovative approach to renewable energy. While conducting my research, I discovered something pleasantly surprising—Neste Helsinki stock has options trades…

After a two-month hiatus from the gym, during which I gained about 2kg, I decided it was time to get back on track. Today, I renewed my gym membership at Tbilisi Axis Tower and committed to a new fitness and investment strategy: after…

Today, I executed a bull put spread on Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY), a stock I've been trading since 2020/2021. BMY is a global biopharmaceutical company that focuses on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help…