Market at the Top? My Plan + Client’s $84K Win in 12 Days

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Hey Options Trader,

The market just hit a major milestone today with QQQ touching $580, right in the $580 to $590 zone I called out last week. While there’s still room for the market to run, the VIX is now sitting at $14.48, near new lows, which increases the odds of a pullback in the near term. I’m positioning accordingly, keeping some cash on the sidelines to take advantage of any dips.

Here’s what we are covering:

1. Why I’m shoring up cash as VIX hits new lows

2. Client spotlight: $84K profit in 12 days of August

3. Free trade of the week: NVDA CSP paying 1.53% in 16 days

4. Bonus video: Three stocks I’m selling, one I’m buying with LEAPS potential

Market Snapshot

I’m extra cautious right now with the $VIX ( ▲ 4.01% ) at $14.48 and $QQQ ( ▼ 0.29% ) hitting all-time highs at $580. From here, it’s possible for QQQ to reach $590 or even $600 if bullish momentum continues, and VIX could fall further into the 13s or even 12s. But historically, when VIX is this low, the odds of a pullback increase.

I’ve increased my cash allocation from 12% to 16% today, and I plan on bringing that closer to 20–25% in the coming days. The reasoning is twofold: first, we’re still riding momentum from the fifth fastest stock market crash in history, and second, rate cuts are highly probable in September, currently priced in at 94%. That’s supportive for the market, but if Jerome Powell surprises with no rate cut, or if big names like Apple and Amazon roll over, we could see QQQ dip back to 570 or even 565. Those levels would be prime zones for selling cash-secured puts or entering LEAPS positions on quality names.

Client Spotlight

Shawn, one of our first clients to trade through the crash with us, just posted the biggest short-term profit we’ve seen in the group. In the first 12 days of August, he’s up $84,000, an incredible record. You can watch his full interview by clicking the link below.

Free Trade of the Week

Ticker: NVDA
Expiration: August 29 (earnings week)
Strike: $167.50 put
Premium: $257
ROI: 1.53% in 16 days (annualized ~35%)

The expected move for NVIDIA is about $14, which sets a downside target around $167. This trade keeps you right at that level with a short 16-day duration. NVIDIA remains a fundamentally strong company, and I expect big earnings, making this a safe, quick-income setup.

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Bonus Video

In my latest video, I reveal three stocks I’m selling right now and one stock I’m buying. If we get the right entry, I’ll also be taking a LEAPS call option on it. Watch to see the exact tickers, entry targets, and strategy.

Talk soon,
Ryan
Options Trading University