Weekly Options Trading Recap: September 7 - September 11, 2026
This week in options trading was marked by a series of successful trades, showcasing the effectiveness of credit spreads. Below, we recap the trades executed during the week and provide insights into the strategies employed.
Trade Overview
- 2026-09-07: $TSLA Put Credit Spread - WIN
- 2026-09-09: $QQQ Call Credit Spread - WIN
- 2026-09-10: $TSLA Put Credit Spread - WIN
- 2026-09-11: $QQQ Call Credit Spread - PENDING
Weekly Stats
- Total picks: 4
- Closed trades: 3
- Wins: 3
- Win rate: 100%
Understanding Credit Spreads
Credit spreads are a popular options trading strategy that involves selling one option and buying another option of the same class (puts or calls) on the same underlying asset. The goal is to capitalize on the difference in premiums received and paid, allowing traders to limit their risk while still maintaining the potential for profit.
In this week’s trades, we utilized both put and call credit spreads effectively:
- Put Credit Spread: This strategy was employed on $TSLA, where we sold a put option and bought another put option at a lower strike price. This approach allows traders to collect premium while limiting potential losses if the stock price falls.
- Call Credit Spread: On $QQQ, we executed a call credit spread by selling a call option and buying another call option at a higher strike price. This strategy profits when the underlying asset remains below the strike price of the sold call option, allowing traders to retain the premium received.
This week’s performance highlights the effectiveness of these strategies, with a 100% win rate on closed trades. It’s important to note that while credit spreads can limit risk, they still involve significant risk of loss, and traders should always conduct thorough research and consider their risk tolerance before engaging in options trading.
Next Steps
As we await the outcome of the pending trade on $QQQ, we encourage traders to stay informed and consider the strategies that best fit their trading style. For more educational resources and performance insights, visit our tutorial and performance pages.
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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.