Smart Use of Covered Calls: Turn Sideways Markets Into a Cash Machine | #OptionsHandbook EP036
Earnings season is volatile. Many investors hold tech stocks like $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ or $Apple(AAPL)$ —sell them and risk missing the rally, keep holding and it feels like wasted time. That’s when the Covered Call strategy shines: keep your shares, sell calls, and collect steady premiums—like rent from a house even if prices don’t rise. Perfect for sideways markets. 📘 The principles of the Covered Call strategy were explained in detail in the previous post. Focusing on practical use, The Options Handbook also highlights key things to watch— ▶ What Is a Covered Call? 🤔 It involves owning at least 100 shares of a stock
Sideways Markets Aren’t “Dead Time”— make money with Straddles/Strangles | #OptionsHandbook EP037
In stocks, it’s usually “up or down.” But when prices stall, both bulls and bears hit “dead time.” Big moves aren’t the norm. In choppy markets, you can use time as a weapon with neutral plays like straddles or strangles. 📘 In The Options Handbook, straddle and strangle strategies are explained like this: ▶ Short Straddle – Higher Income, Tighter Range 🤔 When to Use: You expect very low volatility Structure: Sell a call and a put at the same strike price on the same expiration date P/L Example: Sell a $100 call for $5 premium. Sell a $100 put for $5 premium. Both expire the same date. If price stays between $95–$105, you keep some or all of the premium. If it lands exactly at $100, both options ex
$ValueMax(T6I.SI)$ $ 2 Target Price by WallStreet analyst. ValueMax Group (SGX:T6I) Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★ Overview: ValueMax Group operates in pawnbroking, moneylending, and the retail and trading of jewellery and gold, with a market capitalization of approximately SGD 0.48 billion. Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from retail and trading of jewellery and gold, alongside pawnbroking and moneylending services. The gross profit margin has shown a notable trend, increasing from 6.65% in mid-2014 to 28.45% by the end of 2024. Operating expenses have been a consistent component of the cost structure, with general and administrative expenses being significant contributors. PE: 5.5x ValueMax Group, a small company in Asia
NIO's October Sales Boom: Double Down or Cash Out at $10?
$NIO Inc.(NIO)$ NIO's shares have doubled since April 2025 lows, surging over 90% from its June trough to $6.70 as of August 26, 2025, outpacing the Hang Seng Index's 9% gain in the same period. Morgan Stanley's recent report highlights strong ES8 orders, forecasting monthly sales of 40,000–50,000 units starting in October 2025, potentially driving Q3 deliveries to 78,000-80,000, a 8.3%-11.1% quarter-over-quarter growth. With Q2 deliveries at 103,181 units (up 241.58% year-over-year) and a net loss narrowing to $0.93 billion, NIO's fundamental story is evolving, but questions linger amid brutal unit economics and competition from BYD. The S&P 500 at 6,466.58, Nasdaq at 21,713.14, and Bitcoin at $109,887 reflect a bullish backdrop, but tariffs (
Treasury’s Single-Stock Ban Bombshell: Cash Out Now or Ride to New Highs?
The Treasury Secretary's push for a congressional ban on single-stock trading has sent ripples through Wall Street, with futures dipping and safe-haven assets like gold surging. This bold proposal, aimed at curbing insider trading and closing wealth gaps, spotlights high-profile cases and could reshape how investors play the game. With the S&P 500 at 6,466.58, Nasdaq at 21,713.14, and Bitcoin at $115,000, the market's bullish tone contrasts with tariff pressures (30% on EU/Mexico, 35% on Canada) and oil at $75/barrel. The VIX at 14.49 suggests calm, but the ban's potential to divert capital to ETFs could trigger a rotation rally or a sell-off storm. Is this the time to long gold and short risk assets? This deep dive explores the implications, market reactions, and strategies to navigat
Ethereum Hits New High as Expected, but Volatility Sends Warning Signals
In early August, after Ethereum surged past 4000 with strong momentum, we predicted that bulls would inevitably need to push for a new high. Last week, following Powell’s comments hinting at rate cuts, ETH quickly rallied and ultimately surpassed the late 2021 peak. However, numerous indicators suggest this breakout and new high may not be solid, pointing to a risk of a bull trap.The first signal we focus on is the Average True Range (ATR) volatility indicator. Unlike many assets, Ethereum’s price moves show a clear positive correlation with ATR, indicating ETH behaves more like a cyclical commodity than a pure risk asset like U.S. stocks. Around several notable peaks, volatility has been elevated. Yet, the current new highs—compared to those in 2021 and 2024—feature volatility levels at r
$BYD COMPANY(01211)$ 's carbon credit windfall delivering! Emission credits beating estimates + overseas sales booming. EV leader playing the long game - steady gains ahead!
$POP MART(09992)$ High transparency in performance and valuation makes it a steady hold. Logic is verifying, new highs coming—that’s how a market should work. Stay onboard; trust the captain to reach the destination.
$TENCENT(00700)$ Though Hang Seng gains slowly, Tencent remains resilient as a heavyweight leader. Recent gaming approvals and video monetization progress support its fundamentals. Bullish in the mid-to-long term.
$XIAOMI-W(01810)$ 's stock is consolidating around HK$53 with a bullish MACD crossover. If trading volume continues to expand, a breakout could occur within 1-3 sessions.
Daily Charts - Options Market currently pricing in about a 5.5% move for NVDA earnings
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Deliberation. I have deliberated on whether to put out a post on Warren Buffett’s $Berkshire Hathaway(BRK.B)$ 13F filings for Q2 2025. This is because I am getting a rather ‘poor’ readership on posts about investment gurus 13F holdings eg. Michael Burry(90 Reposts only) and Bill Ackman (966 Reposts); not to mention ‘mixed’ grading by Tiger. Hence my hesitation. After weighing the benefits to readers and also that I like to know what Buffett is buying before he hands over the rein to Greg Abel in December 2025, here I am - sharing what I have learnt. 13F Filing - latest. Mr Buffett has been a net seller
$Alibaba(BABA)$ Following the institutional flow—investing in BABA is a smart move. Its international digital commerce segment is growing fast with better-than-expected GMV, backed by Cainiao's global logistics network. Solid fundamentals make it a reliable long-term hold.
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ 's FSD is driving autonomous vehicles into a new era of mass adoption, much like the $Ford(F)$ Model T revolutionized car accessibility with low cost. Its industry lead continues to expand.
Alibaba Earnings Face-Off: Food Delivery War or AI Capex to Drive the Surge?
$Alibaba(BABA)$ Alibaba Group is on the brink of its Q2 2025 earnings release on August 29, 2025, with market eyes locked on whether its food delivery battles or AI infrastructure investments will steer the stock higher. Analysts forecast revenue of RMB 266 billion (+9.4% YoY), driven by e-commerce and cloud growth, but adjusted EBITA of RMB 35.3 billion (-21.7% YoY) reflects heavy capex in AI amid competition from Pinduoduo and ByteDance's Ele.me. With the S&P 500 at 6,466.58, Bitcoin at $115,000, and oil at $75/barrel under 30-35% tariffs, the VIX at 14.49 signals calm, but Alibaba's RSI at 55 suggests room for movement. Is Alibaba a superior long-term hold? Will the food delivery war erode profits? Has PDD's risk evaporated post-management'
$PDD Holdings Inc(PDD)$ ’s Q2 2025 results stand out among China concepts. The report signals a strategic shift: from aggressive expansion to sustainable, quality-driven growth, highlighting its focus on long-term value.