Weekly Options Trading Recap: May 11 - May 15, 2026
This week in options trading, we focused on credit spreads, specifically in the SPY and QQQ markets. Here’s a recap of our trades and overall performance for the week.
Trade Overview
- Total picks: 3
- Closed trades: 1
- Wins: 1
- Win rate: 100%
Detailed Trade Breakdown
2026-05-11: $SPY Call Credit Spread - WIN
On May 11, we executed a call credit spread on the SPY. This strategy involves selling a call option at a certain strike price while simultaneously buying another call option at a higher strike price. The goal is to profit from the difference in premiums while limiting potential losses. This trade was successful, contributing to our win rate for the week.
2026-05-13: $QQQ Call Credit Spread - PENDING
On May 13, we placed another call credit spread, this time on the QQQ. This trade is currently pending, and we will monitor its performance closely in the coming days.
2026-05-14: $QQQ Call Credit Spread - PENDING
Following up on our previous trade, we initiated another call credit spread on the QQQ on May 14. Like the previous trade, this one is also pending. We will provide updates on these trades as they develop.
Understanding Call Credit Spreads
Credit spreads are a popular options trading strategy that allows traders to limit their risk while still having the potential for profit. Here are some key points to understand:
- Definition: A call credit spread involves selling a call option and buying another call option at a higher strike price. The premium received from the sold call is greater than the premium paid for the bought call, resulting in a net credit to the trader's account.
- Risk Management: By using this strategy, traders can define their maximum loss upfront, which is the difference between the strike prices minus the net credit received.
- Market Outlook: This strategy is typically employed when a trader expects the underlying asset to remain below the strike price of the sold call option.
Conclusion
This week’s trading results highlight the effectiveness of our strategies, with a 100% win rate based on the closed trades. As we continue to monitor our pending trades, we remain committed to providing valuable insights and updates to our community.
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Disclaimer: This is educational content only, not financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Options trading involves significant risk of loss.