John Whitmore
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John Whitmore started the discussion 4-29-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting 8 months ago
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Market conditions and volatility present significant challenges for traders, with current markets characterized as highly volatile due to tariff uncertainties and earnings season. The market appears to have reached a point where short sellers were squeezed and forced to cover positions following recent downside moves. Trading…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 4-28-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting 8 months ago
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Major economic data coming this week encompasses a trifecta of critical indicators that could significantly influence market direction: Consumer Confidence (Tuesday), GDP and PCE inflation data (Wednesday), and Non-Farm Payroll numbers (Friday). These three data points represent the “trinity” that markets watch closely—inflation,…
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John Whitmore started the discussion Income Generation, Poor Mans Covered Call & Sector Rotation / 4-29-25 in the forum Options Coaching 8 months ago
Income Generation, Poor Mans Covered Call & Sector Rotation / 4-29-25
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Poor man’s covered calls (PMCCs) strategy and benefits: Poor man’s covered calls represent a capital-efficient alternative to traditional covered calls. By purchasing long-dated LEAPS options instead of actual shares, traders can control equivalent stock exposure at a fraction of the cost—often 30-40% of outright stock ownership.…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 5-1-25 / Trade Review in the forum Trade Review Session 8 months ago
Introduction
The discussion primarily focuses on technical analysis of stock movements, including topics such as opening range breakouts, volume-weighted average price (VWAP), moving averages, gap trading strategies, and average true range (ATR) applications. The material includes detailed analysis of specific trades in stocks like Coinbase…
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John Whitmore started the discussion Mindset Tweaks, Managing Profits & Uncomfortable Risk / 4-28-25 in the forum Stocks Coaching 8 months ago
Mindset Tweaks, Managing Profits & Uncomfortable Risk / 4-28-25
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Momentum Profit Maximizer execution strategy involves deciding whether to use momentum or trend-based approaches based on current market conditions. When market alignment isn’t perfect (neither clearly bullish nor bearish), traders should opt for momentum profit maximization, essentially trading for cash flow with more…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 4-25-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting 8 months ago
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Market sentiment and trading conditions were described as shifting throughout the trading session, with initial positive momentum giving way to pullback amid conflicting headlines about U.S.-China negotiations. The market’s movement was characterized as being driven “less by good news than by less bad news,” revealing how…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 4-24-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting 8 months ago
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Market conditions and volatility have created a challenging trading environment characterized by rapid shifts based on headlines and tweets. The S&P 500 chart for April shows four different trends in one month, all driven by news: Liberation Day, a fake story about a 90-day pause, an actual 90-day pause, and conflicting…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 4-23-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting 8 months ago
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Market sentiment improvement driven by reduced uncertainty is providing substantial relief to stocks. The president’s comments softening his stance on potentially firing Jerome Powell removed a significant source of market anxiety. Additionally, reports of ongoing negotiations with China and indications that tariffs may not be…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 4-22-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting 8 months ago
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Earnings reports and market reactions show a mixed picture with several industrial companies posting positive surprises. GE, Three M, and Danaher all delivered strong results and saw shares rise 4-6% in pre-market trading. These companies provided clarity on tariff impacts, which resonated with investors seeking certainty.…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 4-21-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting 8 months ago
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Bond market uncertainty and its impact on investor sentiment – The U.S. bond market, traditionally viewed as a safe haven backed by the full faith of the United States government, is facing scrutiny that’s creating significant market anxiety. This uncertainty appears to be influencing major policy decisions, including the…
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