23/3/2026

Sold 1 SPX and 5 XSP for 230(!) points below futures price and 1 SPX for 330(!) points above futures price.

This war is a nightmare when seeking shelter, but a goldmine in premiums.

Trump’s latest announcement increased call volatility and premium. OTM for me, but a buyer’s heaven.

18/3/2026

Sold 1 SPX and 5 XSP for 150 points below futures price and 1 SPX for 250 points above futures price.

The market looks green for my birthday. Let’s see if it stays this way.

12/3/2026

Sold 1 SPX and 4 XSP for 170 points below futures price and 1 SPX for 250 points above futures price.

Squeezed in another XPS for an elevated premium. Hopefully it won’t bite me.

10/3/2026

Sold 1 SPX and 4 XSP for 190 points below futures price and 1 SPX for 210 points above futures price.

So good to be back at portfolio margin. I’m not giving it up even if I lose qualification.