Hey Traders,
Well, that was a flush!
And if you’ve been following me, it shouldn’t be a surprise.
We’ve been teetering on the edge for a while now — and Trump’s tariff talk was just the push the market needed. That was the excuse… but the setup was already there.
And to be honest? I think this is great.
Because if you know what to look for — this kind of selloff can be the best thing that ever happens to your portfolio.
A Gift for Long-Term Investors
First things first — if you’re a long-term investor?
This pullback is like hopping in a time machine.
You’re getting a chance to buy stocks at prices we haven’t seen in months. Like rewinding the tape and stepping back into the market before the run-up.
Some of these moves are pure overreaction — classic baby-with-the-bathwater selling.
I’m talking about strong names like AutoZone (AZO), O’Reilly (ORLY), even McDonald’s (MCD).
Stocks that weren’t affected by any of this noise a few days ago… and yet here they are, getting dragged down anyway.
It’s all algorithmic. All program-driven.
And when the dust settles? These names are gonna snap back fast — probably faster than most folks can react.
When They Come Back, It’ll Be Vicious
Because here’s what I know…
When the panic finally fades and people realize the world isn’t ending?
They’re gonna rush back in.
But here’s the problem: the door back into the market is only so wide.
When a thousand people try to cram through it at once, prices spike. And short sellers? They’ll be forced to buy to cover — adding fuel to the fire.
The result? A violent move higher that catches most people off guard.
That’s why I say: buy weakness, sell strength.
Don’t wait for the all-clear. Get your positions while everyone else is panicking.
And For Traders? This Market Is Gold
Now let’s talk about what this means for options traders…
This kind of volatility — the sharp drops, sudden bounces — injects premium into the options market. It’s like steroids for income trades.
I’ve got some of the best setups I’ve ever seen right now.
Bear call spreads… naked puts… even directional plays that only need a 1–2% move to be profitable.
And the best part? Even my naked puts are still out of the money — but if I did get assigned, I’d be thrilled to take shares at these prices.
This Ain’t Pain — It’s Opportunity
Look — I know big drops can rattle people.
But I don’t see this market as dangerous. I see it as ripe.
And if you’re disciplined — if you know your setups — this could be the biggest chance you’ll get all year.
Trade well,
Jack Carter
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