Options/stock trader posting pre-market color, session check-ins, and leading stock reactions; practical trade-focused insights.

Mixed day for my portfolio where I added $TSLL, $META and $HIMS for $685 in option income. Did you do anything in the markets today?

Quarter way of $100,000 in lifetime option earnings. This year has been slower in option income due to some assignments. But we live and we learn everyday. Top 3 income tickers: 1. $SOXL - $2703 2. $HIMZ - $2360 3. $OSCR -...
IV Crush: When Hype Turns Into a Premium Collapse Implied volatility is the driver that inflates option prices. Right before major events like earnings, announcements, catalysts. IV spikes and premiums get bloated. Example: You buy a $TSLA call for €4.50 before...

Theta: The Rent You Pay for Holding Options Theta is the rent you pay for holding options. Every day, a slice of your premium evaporates, and the closer you get to expiration, the faster it burns. Example: Buy a $TSLA call...