2,150% from a $0.10 Trade

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)

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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:

  • Trades like this aren’t guaranteed – they’re strategic experiments.

  • But if you’re using structure, logic, and defined risk…

  • 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

p.s. Want to Learn How to Do This?
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You need:

✅ Structure
✅ Strategy
✅ Timing
✅ And a willingness to experiment with small risk and big potential

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