SPY Pushes 710 As Client Hits $600K Profit In April

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Hey Options Trader,

The market continues to show strength as buyers step into every bit of momentum, pushing indexes higher despite an already extended week. Under the surface, there are still signals that this move may not be over just yet, especially with volatility remaining low and macro conditions staying supportive. At the same time, there are clear levels to watch for those looking to position strategically on any pullbacks. In today’s newsletter, I’ll walk you through how I’m viewing this market, highlight a powerful client result, and break down a high-probability trade setup.

Here’s what we are covering:

1. My market outlook for the week

2. Client Spotlight

3. Free Trade of the Week

4. Bonus Resource and portfolio updates

Market Snapshot

My market outlook remains very bullish. The market has continued to push higher every single day this week, showing strong momentum with consistent buying pressure. $SPY ( ▲ 1.21% ) closed at 710, and while we could see a move higher from here, a pullback to the 700 level would present a strong entry opportunity.

The key reason I believe we can continue higher is the $VIX ( ▼ 2.56% ) , which is still sitting around 17. If volatility compresses further into the 15s, that typically supports continued upside. On top of that, the CME FedWatch tool is now pricing in interest rate cuts for December, which is a bullish macro catalyst. Given this environment, I’ve reduced my cash levels to 15% and am positioning more aggressively into this strength.

Client Spotlight

Our Client Spotlight this week is Les. In his first month inside Options Trading University, Les generated $59,000 in profit and has since scaled to consistent six-figure months.

We’re also seeing continued momentum across the community, with Richard recently posting a $669,000 profit month, which we had the opportunity to highlight in a recent interview. These results are a reflection of consistency, discipline, and following the system over time.

Free Trade of the Week

Ticker: $GLW ( ▼ 1.02% )  
Strategy: Sell the May 22nd $140 put
Premium Collected: $460
Duration: 35 days
ROI: 3.4%
Annualized Return (compounded monthly): 49.4%
Risk: Assignment at 140, which would require owning shares at that level, but this aligns with a strong technical support zone below the mid-Bollinger Band

This setup is attractive because the 140 strike sits below the mid-Bollinger Band, providing a strong technical cushion even as we hold through earnings. Corning is a high-quality company with a durable moat in glass manufacturing and fiber optics, positioning it as a key picks and shovels play within the AI infrastructure buildout. This allows us to collect strong premium while targeting a level that would be a favorable long-term entry if assigned.

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Bonus Video

For this week’s bonus resource, I just uploaded a new video breaking down updates on IREN, SoFi, Hood, Palantir, and three additional stocks I plan on sizing into in the coming months. Be sure to check it out below to stay aligned with current positioning and upcoming opportunities.

Stay disciplined in the momentum, but always be prepared for opportunity.

Talk soon,

Ryan

Disclaimer: This newsletter is for educational purposes only and is not a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instruments. Trading involves risk, and you are responsible for your own investment decisions.