Ahoy there, Trader! ⚓️
It’s Phil…
Sometimes the smallest trades make the loudest statements.
Today’s trade falls squarely into the “experimental” category – not because it was reckless, but because it pushed the edge of what’s possible with precise planning, sharp timing, and a little creative execution.
Let’s rewind…
This morning, in my daily analysis, I said I’d be:
“Aggressively looking for bearish add-in opportunities, selling rallies, bear pulse bars and bearish 10-min Tag n Turn setups.”
So when the market rallied early, it wasn’t unexpected.
It looked ripe for reversal – a textbook “sell the rally in a bearish environment” setup.
But here’s where it got spicy…
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How a Little GEX Knowledge Turned Into Big Returns
During recent Fast Forward mentorship calls, I’ve been deep in research on GEX (Gamma Exposure).
Today, I spotted something subtle but powerful –
A GEX level that price might knock into and pin near by 0-DTE expiration.
That level?
5400.
So I thought: why not frame an experiment?
I loaded up a 5400 OTM butterfly
Risked only 25% of my usual position
Got a partial fill at $0.10
This wasn’t about sniping the exact close – that’s a fool’s game.
Instead, I aimed for a sensible target: just under 50% of max profit, at any time before expiration.
⏰ With 10 minutes to go… target hit.
Closed for $2.25.
2,150% return.
Boom. Mic drop.
(broker statement on the image)
Expert Insights – Why This Worked (and When It Doesn’t)
This wasn’t a random lottery ticket. It worked because:
✅ I had a defined directional bias (bearish)
✅ I paired it with GEX context to frame the pinning level
✅ I managed expectations – no need to be perfect, just close
✅ I kept the risk small and the reward massive
Here’s the takeaway:
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Trades like this aren’t guaranteed – they’re strategic experiments.
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But if you’re using structure, logic, and defined risk…
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Even 1 out of 10 hitting pays for the next 20.
Fun Market Fact
The term “butterfly” in options trading refers to the shape of the risk/reward graph, not the probability of success.
But here’s the kicker:
Statistically, most butterflies expire worthless – unless managed like this one.
Structure + timing > perfection.
Happy trading,
Phil
Less Brain, More Gain
…and may your trades be smoother than a cashmere codpiece
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