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Massive Volatility as Trump Signals De-Escalation
Stocks are whipsawing after the White House suggested it may de-escalate the Iran war.
Bearish Option Strategy: Call Credit Spread
Traders sell a call option near the money and buy another at a higher strike. This strategy generates a credit, while limiting potential losses if prices increase. Learn more
Placing Breakout Trades Using Chart Trading
https://player.vimeo.com/video/404724423?dnt=1&app_id=122963 When it comes to breakout trading, timing and preparation are everything. TradeStation’s Chart Trading feature can help make it simpler to plan and execute breakout strategies—directly from your...
Options Alert: Call Volume Spikes in United Airlines
United Airlines hit turbulence as geopolitical tensions rose this month, but options traders could be staying on board.
Oil and War Are Not the Only Stories in the Market
Is a crypto revolution taking place as attention focuses on war in the Middle East?
Metal Futures on the Move Before Fed Meeting
Metals like gold and silver have rallied this year as investors shift away from the U.S. dollar.
Cisco Is Pushing a Generational High
Cisco Systems has climbed as AI investment helps power growth, and some traders may think the move will continue.
Technology & Communication
Chart of the Day: Alphabet May Be Oversold
Alphabet has pulled back after hitting a new all-time high, and some traders may think it’s oversold.
Nvidia Is Sitting Quietly After Another Strong Report
Nvidia is the only member of the S&P 500 that's tripled this year. Now it's stuck near record highs as traders enter the home stretch into 2024. This chart highlights some a few patterns on the semiconductor giant. First, notice how prices have shown signs of...
Chart of the Day: Netflix Consolidates After Earnings Surge
Netflix jumped earlier this month after announcing results. It's now consolidating, and some traders may see potential for more upside. The first pattern on today's chart is the bullish gap on October 19 following the quarterly report. Prices cleared a peak of $394.90...
Chart of the Day: CrowdStrike Pulls Back
CrowdStrike has been making new 52-week highs as the broader market languishes. Now after a quick pullback, some traders may look for the cybersecurity stock to continue higher. The first pattern on today’s chart is the bullish gap on August 31 after results and...
Options Alert: Calls Surge After Chinese Travel Stock Reverses Off Lows
Chinese stocks have struggled lately as tension grows between Washington and Beijing. However, at least one trader seems bullish on travel stock Trip.com. Heavy volume was detected in the November 38 calls, with more than 24,000 contracts changing hands for $0.15....