Raman’s $31K September + Why VIX Rising With QQQ Has Me Cautious Into Wednesday

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Hey Options Trader,

The market hit new all-time highs today, but something unusual caught my attention. While QQQ ran to 591, the VIX climbed with it. That’s not something we normally see, and it has me approaching Wednesday’s Fed decision with extra caution.

Here’s what we are covering:

1. Why VIX rising alongside QQQ has me cautious

2. Client spotlights: Raman and Tom’s strong September

3. A Robinhood LEAPS setup if we get a dip

4. Bonus video: 3 stocks I’m buying into weakness

Market Snapshot

$QQQ ( ▲ 0.68% ) pushed to 591 today, but at the same time the $VIX ( ▼ 1.59% ) crept up to 15.80. Normally, as markets rise, VIX falls. This divergence signals that traders are hedging ahead of Wednesday’s Fed decision.

The odds still heavily favor a 25 basis point cut (97%). If that happens, we likely melt higher. But there’s a 3% chance of a 50 basis point cut, which could spark volatility short term. Long term, cheaper money is bullish, but in the near term, that move would suggest the Fed is late to act.

I’m holding 21% cash, right in line with my VIX cash allocation levels. If Wednesday brings a dip, I’ll be ready to buy. If the market melts up, I’ll simply redeploy cash into strength.

Client Spotlight

Raman, one of our standout clients, is off to a massive September. Just 12 days into the month, he’s already up $31,000 in profit. Another big month for him.

Tom is also having a record month, he’s up $16,000 in the first 15 days of September. These results show the power of consistency and applying the system.

Free Trade of the Week

This setup is conditional, it’s only on a pullback.

• Entry zone: Around $110 on Robinhood

• Trade: Buy Jan 15, 2027 LEAPS, 100–105 strike range

• Target: Exit for 10–40% return in 4 weeks or less depending on preference

If the Fed sparks a pullback on Wednesday, this could be one of the best opportunities to position for the next leg up.

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Bonus Video

In my latest video, I break down where I think the market is headed into Wednesday’s Fed decision, why we may see a dip, and the exact three stocks I’ll be buying if that happens. This is a must watch if you want to be ready.

Stay cautious, stay prepared because dips create the best opportunities.

Talk soon,

Ryan