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Posted by Martin December 18, 2023

Navigating the Complexity of Government Debt: A Comparative Analysis with Personal Finances

The Internet and social media is full of debates and fights between people comparing government debt to personal finances and showing how the US is doomed using the budgeting tool used by individuals or families. But the Governments do not operate at this same level. In the intricate world of fiscal policy, drawing parallels between Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 17, 2023

Contest #3 Announcement: Guess the S&P 500 Friday Close Challenge!

We didn’t get enough people last week to participate in our contest to win a $50 dollar gift or cash card. We need at least 5 people to vote to make our contest valid. We hope, this week we will have a better luck and more people join.   Contest voting is from Sunday December Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 16, 2023

The Hilarious Tale of the Evergreen 60/40 Portfolio

Ah, the world of finance, where trends come and go faster than a hot stock tip. Just a few months ago, it seemed like everyone was in a frenzy over the 60/40 portfolio, as if it were the investment equivalent of a unicorn riding a rainbow. But guess what? It never really left, and now, Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 14, 2023

Embracing the Bull: A Deep Dive into the Factors Shaping Today’s Market Momentum

In the dynamic world of financial markets, the recent rally is not confined to a select few but resonates across the entire spectrum of equities. While the “7 magnificent” stocks have been in the spotlight, the extension of the rally to the S&P1500 index indicates a broader resurgence. This comprehensive analysis explores the multifaceted factors Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 11, 2023

Oracle (ORCL) could be a great options play now

Oracle (ORCL) reported earnings after market close today, and Wall Street didn’t like it. The stock is down 8% after hours, as is typical for Wall Street’s hysterical overreaction these days. But that could make Oracle a good options play. The stock traded at $115.13 at the close and crashed 8.82% to $104.97 in after-hours Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 11, 2023

Did I finally find a working SPX strategy?

Another day and another winning trade, selling Iron Condors against SPX. This morning, I opened a 0 DTE SPX Iron Condor, and it finished OTM expiring worthless, delivering a decent credit (100% annualized return). This looks like I finally found a winning SPX strategy! If you browse other traders on the Internet, Facebook, or Twitter, Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 11, 2023

Discipline and patience in the stock market

Discipline and patience are fundamental pillars in the realm of trading and investing, serving as the alpha and omega of success. The absence of these virtues can lead to substantial financial losses, a lesson I personally learned the hard way. Three years into my trading journey, I encountered a significant setback, losing approximately 60% of Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 10, 2023

Contest #2 Announcement: Guess the S&P 500 Friday Close Challenge!

We didn’t get enough people to participate in this contest, again. We need at least 5 people to participate in this contest to validate it. The voting is closed for the week and this contest is, once again, invalidated. I hope, next week, we will get more people to vote and we finally give money Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 07, 2023

Navigating the Noise: A Case for Ignoring Market Predictors and Gloom-and-Doom Pundits

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial markets, investors are bombarded with a constant stream of opinions, predictions, and analyses from various sources. From the talking heads on CNBC to market predictors and gloom-and-doom commentators, the noise can be overwhelming. This blog post aims to explore why investors should consider tuning out these voices and focus Continue reading →

Posted by Martin December 07, 2023

Market Consolidation continues

The market had a tremendous year after 2022 bear market. Many investors and pundits refused to accept it, some still continue predicting doom and gloom. We rallied but later, we see a market consolidation in place. The market started turning lower last few weeks and it really seemed that it will flip to a correction. Continue reading →