Option Trading Blog by Market Taker Mentoring

Psst! Need a Job?

Job openings came in higher than expected, and fewer people are quitting their jobs. That points to a tightening labor market.

3 Analyses of Volatility

Today we take a deep dive into what volatility – ATR, HV and IV – is really saying about the market.

Hammer Time!

Let’s talk hammer candles — one of the simplest and clearest signs of a potential reversal on a chart.

Why I Love Calendar Spreads

Let’s talk about calendar spreads, a solid time-based option play that can work whether the market moves a little… or barely at all.

News Roundup

Markets ripped higher today — SPY up 2%! Trump’s delay on the 50% EU tariffs until July gave the market a lift, and even a midday dip couldn’t stop the rally.

The market was bouncing all over today, but the real story might be in the last 10 minutes. That’s when a low-key press release came out from the New York Fed announcing new morning standing repo operations.

Timing Reduces Risk, Increases Profit Potential

One of the easiest ways to reduce risk and boost trade potential? Better timing. It’s not just about what you trade—it’s when you trade it.

Biggest Thing in the Market

0DTE (zero days to expiration) options now make up over 50% of S&P 500 options volume—and that trend is still growing.

Kinda Weird…

Moody’s downgraded the U.S. credit rating Friday, and you’d think that would rattle markets, right? But stocks barely flinched.

Good All Year

Are You Trading or Gambling?

Don’t force your views on the market. Step back, adjust with a level head, and follow the data. That’s how you stay a trader—not a gambler.

Broken Wing Butterfly

Fake Out!

What’s in the US-UK Trade Deal?

Best Tips for Bollinger Bands

Bollinger Bands are incredibly versatile: they can signal overbought/oversold conditions, help with trend identification, and guide neutral or breakout strategies depending on band width.