Options Trading

On February 21, 2025, I executed a covered call strategy on Intel Corporation (INTC) stock by purchasing 101.7 shares at $25.56 per share while simultaneously selling a covered call with a strike…

When trading options, experienced traders often seek ways to mitigate risk while maximizing returns. One such strategy is the call bear spread, a type of credit spread used to profit from neutral to…

In 2024, I adopted an aggressive strategy to acquire BP stock, utilizing one of my preferred options trading tactics: selling put options on stocks I aim to own. BP's appeal lies in its optionable…

Investing in individual stocks through dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is an effective way to manage risk and gradually build a position. However, options trading can introduce additional complexity—…

Investing in individual stocks using a dollar-cost averaging (DCA) approach is a great way to accumulate shares while mitigating market volatility. My goal has been to build a sufficient position in…

The financial markets can be unpredictable, especially when unexpected developments disrupt trading strategies. Recently, NVIDIA (NVDA), a major player in the AI sector, faced significant volatility…

On January 20, I closed my contango trade with Bitcoin futures. It was supposed to be market neutral with small but steady returns, but I didn’t want to deal with too many complicated setups. I…

On January 10, I was holding a covered call on Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY), a dividend-paying stock, with the expectation that it would expire worthless. With an hour left before the market closed,…

On January 6, I executed a simple yet effective options strategy: I purchased 101 shares of Bristol-Myers Squibb (ticker: BMY) at $56.13 per share and simultaneously sold a single in-the-money (ITM)…

Embarking on a new challenge is always exciting, especially when it comes to something as dynamic and rewarding as options trading. After years of honing my skills with options, I’ve decided to take…