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03/24 SPX Weekly GEX Outlook, Options FlowYou can see that every expiry has shifted into a stronger bullish stance heading into Friday, with GEX exposure moving upward across the board—though total net GEX is still in negative territory, while net DEX (delta exposure) is positive. This combination points toward a likely near-term rebound this week, which makes sense after testing the 5600 range last week…. Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the key zones and likely moves this week: Bullish Target: The current uptrend could reach 5750 on its first attempt (already reached in Monday, thx bullsh :) ). If a positive gamma squeeze emerges at that level, we might see an extension to 5800 or even 5850 as a final profit-taking zone for bulls this week. HVL (Gamma Slip Zone): Placed at 5680, this threshold currently supports a low-volatility environment. A drop below 5680, however, could reignite fear and fuel bearish momentum. Put Floors & Net OI: The largest net negative open interest (OI) cluster is at 5650, with the next key level near 5600. At 5600, net DEX reads fully positive, suggesting strong buying support if the market tests that lower boundary.
SP:SPX
by TanukiTrade
Nifty's Strong Surge: What's Next for the Market? This week, Nifty surged to 23,350, an impressive 950-point rally from last week’s close. The index hit a high of 23,402 and a low of 22,353. As I highlighted last week, I expected Nifty to trade within a narrow range of 22,850 – 21,950. However, Nifty broke out of this range, shattering the upper limit, and the resulting short covering led to a strong bullish close. Next Week: A Critical Turning Point Looking ahead, next week is going to be crucial. Despite the strong move, Nifty is still in a bearish phase on both the weekly and monthly time frames. However, if Nifty manages to retrace slightly to 23,000 and sustain above the 22,900 – 23,000 range, we could see the bulls taking control, pushing the market up toward 23,800/23,850. On the other hand, if Nifty falls below 22,800, it would signal a breakout failure, which would be bad news for the bulls. In that case, Nifty could potentially drop to 22,000. March-End Volatility: Be Ready for Both Sides At the end of March, traders typically start booking their losses to offset gains for the financial year, creating increased volatility. This makes it an exciting time for directional traders, as we could see sharp movements in both directions. For me, as long as the monthly and weekly charts remain bearish, I am cautious and not ready to turn bullish just yet. However, there are some sectors showing relative strength, and these could offer trading opportunities: Nifty Energy Nifty Financial Services Nifty Metal Nifty Public Sector Enterprises (PSE) Keep an eye on stocks from these sectors, as they are currently outperforming others. S&P 500: Mixed Signals On the global front, the S&P 500 closed this week at 5,667, barely 30 points above last week’s close. The index has failed to sustain above the DEMA200 level at 5,705, signaling that the bulls are struggling to maintain momentum. A consecutive daily close above this level would help restore confidence among the bulls, potentially targeting 5,850. However, if S&P 500 drops below 5,600, we could see a faster sell-off, with the recent low of 5,500 likely to come into play. It’s going to be a tense week as we await to see whether the bulls or the bears take control. In Summary: Prepare for Volatility Next week promises to be an exciting week for traders, as both domestic and global markets face critical levels. Directional traders should remain flexible, prepared for sharp moves in both directions. Focus on key sectors showing strength and stay vigilant for any breakout or breakdown in the Nifty and S&P 500.
NSE:NIFTY
by ssudhirsharma11
SPY - support & resistant areas for today March 17, 2025The key support and resistance levels for SPY today are above. Follow me to get this notified when I publish in the morning. Understanding key levels in trading can provide valuable insights into potential market movements. These levels often indicate where prices might reverse or consolidate, serving as important signals for traders considering long (buy) or short (sell) positions. Calculated using complex mathematical models, these levels are tailored for today's trading session and may evolve as market conditions change. If you find this information beneficial and would like to receive these insights every morning at 9:30 AM, I invite you to support me by boosting this post and following me @OnePunchMan91. Your engagement is greatly valued! However, please note that if this post doesn’t receive more than 10 boosts, I will have to reconsider providing these daily updates. Thank you for your support! Need any other charts daily, comment on this.
AMEX:SPY
by OnePunchMan91
SPY - support & resistant areas for today March 12, 2025The key support and resistance levels for SPY today are above. Follow me to get this notified when I publish in the morning. Understanding key levels in trading can provide valuable insights into potential market movements. These levels often indicate where prices might reverse or consolidate, serving as important signals for traders considering long (buy) or short (sell) positions. Calculated using complex mathematical models, these levels are tailored for today's trading session and may evolve as market conditions change. If you find this information beneficial and would like to receive these insights every morning at 9:30 AM, I invite you to support me by boosting this post and following me @OnePunchMan91. Your engagement is greatly valued! However, please note that if this post doesn’t receive more than 10 boosts, I will have to reconsider providing these daily updates. Thank you for your support! Need any other charts daily, comment on this.
AMEX:SPY
by OnePunchMan91
SPY - support & resistant areas for today March 11, 2025The key support and resistance levels for SPY today are above. Follow me to get this notified when I publish in the morning. Understanding key levels in trading can provide valuable insights into potential market movements. These levels often indicate where prices might reverse or consolidate, serving as important signals for traders considering long (buy) or short (sell) positions. Calculated using complex mathematical models, these levels are tailored for today's trading session and may evolve as market conditions change. If you find this information beneficial and would like to receive these insights every morning at 9:30 AM, I invite you to support me by boosting this post and following me @OnePunchMan91. Your engagement is greatly valued! However, please note that if this post doesn’t receive more than 10 boosts, I will have to reconsider providing these daily updates. Thank you for your support! Need any other charts daily, comment on this.
AMEX:SPY
by OnePunchMan91
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$LMND lagger in fintech, upside potential, EMA SMA crossingNYSE:LMND I'm a fan of financials, NYSE:MA , NYSE:V , NYSE:DFS , NASDAQ:PYPL , NASDAQ:AFRM , etc, even look at $SEZL. I think this name is a laggard in the sector and actually provides a good idea of business, something oversaturated but a different approach and ideas. With momentum and volume this name can trigger great upside potential in the next 3-6 months. Earnings are there and I look the setup here inside the triangle/flag. Long. Also the 200ema and 200sma are riding nicely and the 50ema and 50sma are crossing over one another. WSL
NYSE:LMNDLong
by wallstreetloser001
[03/03] SPY GEX Analysis (Until Friday Expiration)Overall Sentiment: Currently, there’s a positive GEX sentiment, suggesting an optimistic start to the week following Friday’s bounce. However, the key Call resistance appears at 600, and it may not break on the first attempt. If optimism remains strong, there’s a chance SPY 0.09%↑ could still push above that zone after some initial back-and-forth. 🟢Upside Levels: 600–605 Zone: This is a major resistance area. Should SPY move decisively through 600/605, the next potential target could be 610. 610: This is currently the largest positive GEX zone for the week. Current option pricing suggests only about a 9% chance of closing at or above 610 by Friday, so it might require a particularly strong move to break through. 🔵 Transition Zone: Roughly 592–599. The gamma flip level is near 592, and staying above that keeps the market in a positive gamma range for now. 🔴 Downside Risk: If 592 Fails (or HVL climbing up during the week, and after that HVL fails…): A drop could accelerate toward 585, which may act as the first take-profit zone for bears. Below that, 580 could be in play if selling intensifies. Lower Support: 575 is the last strong support mentioned, but current option probabilities suggest about an 88% chance of finishing above that level, making a move below 575 less likely—though still possible given the higher put skew. 🟣Volatility & Skew: IVR (Implied Volatility Rank) is quite high on SPY, with a notable put pricing skew (around 173.1%). This heightened put skew indicates the market is pricing in faster, more volatile downward moves compared to upside.
AMEX:SPY
by TanukiTrade
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Time to Prepare | $SPY Options Bull & Bear Week 1 March 2025AMEX:SPY Last week's AMEX:SPY $595 Put 3/10 ran for 66% from $480 up to $1,420. The last two weeks, the market has suffered a controlled pullback. So far it has been cautious selling rather than outright panic. While fear has entered the market, it has yet to reach capitulation, where there would be significantly more potential downside. The key level to watch long-term is the 200SMA on the daily chart, currently at $568.45. This level, which hasn't been tested in 16 months, could signal a Stage 4 selloff, a more aggressive and potentially prolonged downward trend. Here are this week's AMEX:SPY Options: (15-30 minute candle closes for confirmation and stop-loss) 📜 $580 PUT 3/17 Entry: Breakdown and failed retest of $584.50 Target 🎯 : $580, $574, $571 📜 $590 CALL 3/17 Confirmed breakout over $584.50 Target 🎯 : $590, $591.50, $594
AMEX:SPY
by PennyBois
Options Blueprint Series [Intermediate]: Optimal Options StrikesI. Introduction Options on futures offer traders a flexible way to participate in market movements while managing risk effectively. The Japanese Yen Futures (6J) market provides deep liquidity, making it a preferred instrument for options traders. In this article, we will explore how to optimize Bull Call Spreads in Yen Futures (6J) by understanding price equivalency and strike selection. One of the most critical aspects of trading options on futures is recognizing that continuous futures charts and contract-specific charts display different prices. This discrepancy must be accounted for when setting up trade entries and exits. Additionally, strike price selection significantly impacts the reward-to-risk ratio, breakeven price, and probability of profitability. By identifying key support and resistance levels (UFO), we will define trade setups that likely align with market structure, targeting precise entry and exit points. We will also compare different Bull Call Spread variations to understand how adjusting the strike selection impacts risk and potential reward. II. Understanding the Japanese Yen Futures Contract Before diving into the options strategy, it is essential to understand the specifications of the CME-traded Japanese Yen Futures (6J) contract: Contract Size: Each futures contract represents 12,500,000 Japanese Yen Tick Size: 0.0000005 USD per JPY (equivalent to $6.25 per tick) Trading Hours: Nearly 24-hour trading cycle with short maintenance breaks Margin Requirements: Currently $2,900 (varies through time). For this article, we focus on December 2025 Yen Futures (6JZ2025). Since the market price displayed on continuous charts (6J1!) differs from contract-specific charts, we need to establish price equivalencies to align our trade analysis. III. Price Equivalency Between Continuous and Contract-Specific Futures Futures traders commonly use continuous charts (such as 6J1!) for analysis, but when trading options, it is crucial to reference the specific futures contract month (such as 6JZ2025). Due to roll adjustments and term structure variations, prices differ between these two charts. In this setup, we identify key UFO-based support and resistance levels and adjust for contract-specific price equivalency: Support Level Equivalency: 0.0066325 (6J1!) = 0.0068220 (6JZ2025) Resistance Level Equivalency: 0.0069875 (6J1!) = 0.0072250 (6JZ2025) These adjusted price levels ensure that the trade is structured accurately within the December 2025 contract, aligning option strikes with meaningful technical levels. IV. The Bull Call Spread Strategy on Yen Futures A Bull Call Spread is a vertical options spread strategy used to express a bullish outlook while reducing cost and limiting risk. This strategy involves: Buying a lower-strike call (gaining upside exposure) Selling a higher-strike call (reducing cost in exchange for capping maximum profit) This setup provides a defined risk-reward structure and is particularly useful when targeting predefined resistance levels. Given that we identified 0.0068220 as support and 0.0072250 as resistance, we will structure multiple Bull Call Spreads to compare strike selection impact. Now that the trade structure is established, let’s explore how different strike selections affect risk, reward, and breakeven prices. V. Strike Selection and Its Impact on Risk-Reward Ratios Selecting the appropriate strike prices is crucial when structuring a Bull Call Spread, as it directly affects the breakeven price, maximum risk, and maximum reward. To illustrate this, we compare three different Bull Call Spread variations using December 2025 Yen Futures (6JZ2025). 1. 0.00680/0.00720 Bull Call Spread Breakeven: 0.006930 Maximum Risk: -0.00013 Maximum Reward: +0.00027 2. 0.00680/0.00750 Bull Call Spread Breakeven: 0.0069789 Maximum Risk: -0.00018 Maximum Reward: +0.00052 3. 0.00680/0.00700 Bull Call Spread Breakeven: 0.006879 Maximum Risk: -0.00008 Maximum Reward: +0.00012 Observing these variations, key insights emerge. The 0.00680/0.00750 spread offers the highest potential reward but comes with the highest breakeven and greater risk. Meanwhile, the 0.00680/0.00700 spread minimizes risk but provides a lower profit potential. Strike selection, therefore, becomes a balance between profitability potential and probability of success. A wider spread (such as 0.00680/0.00750) has a higher reward-to-risk ratio, but it requires the price to move further before generating profits. Conversely, a narrower spread (like 0.00680/0.00700) has a lower breakeven price, increasing the probability of profitability but limiting potential upside. VI. Trade Plan for a Bull Call Spread Based on the analysis of strike selection, a balanced trade plan can be structured using the 0.00680/0.00720 Bull Call Spread, which offers a favorable reward-to-risk ratio while maintaining a reasonable breakeven price. Market Bias: Bullish, expecting a move toward resistance Selected Strikes: Long 0.00680 call, short 0.00720 call Breakeven Price: 0.006930 Target Exit Price: 0.0072250 Maximum Risk: -0.00013 Maximum Reward: +0.00027 Reward-to-Risk Ratio: 2.08:1 This setup capitalizes on the previously identified UFO support to define the entry point, while the UFO resistance provides a target for exit. The breakeven price remains at a reasonable level, ensuring a greater probability of the spread moving into profitability. VII. Risk Management Considerations While the Bull Call Spread limits risk compared to outright long calls, proper risk management is still necessary. Traders should consider the following: Using Stop-Loss Orders: If price breaks below the UFO support level at 0.0068220, traders may exit the position early to avoid excessive losses. Hedging with Puts: If volatility spikes or market sentiment shifts, a put option or put spread can serve as a hedge against adverse movements. Position Sizing: Adjusting contract size ensures that total exposure remains within acceptable risk limits based on account size. Time Decay Considerations: Since time decay negatively impacts long call options, traders should monitor the spread's profitability as expiration approaches and adjust positions accordingly. By implementing these risk management techniques, traders can optimize their Bull Call Spread strategy while mitigating unnecessary exposure. When charting futures, the data provided could be delayed. Traders working with the ticker symbols discussed in this idea may prefer to use CME Group real-time data plan on TradingView: www.tradingview.com - This consideration is particularly important for shorter-term traders, whereas it may be less critical for those focused on longer-term trading strategies. General Disclaimer: The trade ideas presented herein are solely for illustrative purposes forming a part of a case study intended to demonstrate key principles in risk management within the context of the specific market scenarios discussed. These ideas are not to be interpreted as investment recommendations or financial advice. They do not endorse or promote any specific trading strategies, financial products, or services. The information provided is based on data believed to be reliable; however, its accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed. Trading in financial markets involves risks, including the potential loss of principal. Each individual should conduct their own research and consult with professional financial advisors before making any investment decisions. The author or publisher of this content bears no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided or for any resultant financial or other losses.
CME:6JZ2025Education
by traddictiv
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$SPY Bull & Bear Options to End FebruaryThe AMEX:SPY is at a crossroads as we close out February. We’ve had hotter-than expected inflation, talks of tariffs, promises of deregulation, China’s stimulus rollout, and Wall Street’s continuing “soft landing” narrative. This is a time to be cautious. Friday’s PCE inflation data could sway the Fed’s March rate decision. Midterm elections and tax cut debates are heating up. Regardless of the noise, the levels show us the way. We are trading in the range of $591 to $600. For this week, we will be using support over $597 as the entry for calls and a rejection under $600 for puts. Here are this week’s AMEX:SPY options: (15-30 minute candles for confirmation and stop-loss) 📜 $595 PUT 3/10 or $591 3/11 (Cheaper, but higher risk) Entry: Retest & rejection under $600 Target 🎯 : $595, $591.50, (Continuation: $587, $585) 📜 $603 CALL 3/11 Entry: Breakout & retest over $597.70 Target 🎯: $601, $603, $603.44, (Continuation: $606, $608)
AMEX:SPY
by PennyBois
/ES - GEX Structure with TPO and SPX GEX insight The structure revisited last week's POC during GLOBEX, followed by position adjustments during the US CASH SESSION. As usual, 99% of the time, this zone oscillates up and down without a clear direction. Respecting the downside levels, the market tested Friday’s low around 6018 to see if it holds, showing no interest in paying anyone. I’m leaning towards a bearish stance as long as we keep trading below 6060/6080. Key Levels: POC Retest (GLOBEX): 6040 Friday’s Low: 6018 Highest Negative NETGEX: 6010 2nd PUT Wall: 5990 3rd PUT Wall: 5965 Single Prints Area: Below 5950 Poor Low Zones: 5920 and below The market remains stuck in a balance area, reacting to these levels while traders adjust positions. Any sustained trade below 6018-5990 could trigger further downside movement, while reclaiming 6060/6080+ may shift the bias back upward. SP:SPX = GEX considerations : 1. GAMMA CONDITION Currently Negative → SPX is in a Put-Dominated Environment, meaning put open interest and volume outweigh calls. Why it matters: Negative gamma means market makers hedge by selling into declines and buying into rallies, increasing volatility. If SPX drops further, dealers must sell more, potentially accelerating downside moves. 2. NET GEX / DEX (Gamma and Delta Exposure) Gamma Exposure (GEX) Since Yesterday: Net GEX decreased by -86.51M (-10.67%), moving from -810.5M to -897M. Since 14:00: Net GEX decreased by -85.33M (-10.51%), now at -897M. Interpretation: A decreasing negative GEX suggests put activity is rising or being adjusted, reinforcing volatility. With negative gamma, dealers hedge in ways that magnify price swings in both directions. Delta Exposure (DEX) Since Yesterday: Net DEX dropped by -47.58B (-4.24%), from 1.12T to 1.07T. Since 14:00: Net DEX decreased by -33.39B (-3.02%), now at 1.07T. Interpretation: The decline in DEX suggests dealers are reducing their long delta exposure, which may indicate hedging pressure in response to market movement. 3. VOLUME & PUT/CALL RATIOS P/C Volume Ratio: Increased to 1.45, indicating more puts being traded than calls. Call Volume (Since Open): 1.14M contracts, up 6.46% since 14:00. Put Volume (Since Open): 1.65M contracts, up 8.24% since 14:00. Interpretation: A Put/Call Ratio of 1.45 signals a strong bearish bias, as traders are buying more puts for downside protection. The increase in put volume confirms that downside hedging is intensifying. Top 5 Strikes by Volume: 6000 Put (128.67K contracts) 6050 Call (77.35K contracts) 6000 Call (71.31K contracts) 6040 Call (68.04K contracts) 5950 Put (67.57K contracts) Interpretation: Heavy put volume at 6000 suggests this is a key support level. Calls at 6050 & 6000 show traders positioning for potential resistance at these levels. 4. PRIMARY LEVELS (Support & Resistance) Call Resistance: 6200 (far above spot price). Call Resistance (0DTE): 6055 (40.8 points above current price). Put Support: 6000 (14.2 points below). Put Support (0DTE): 6010 (4.2 points below). Interpretation: 6000 is a key support level—if broken, expect further selling. Resistance at 6055-6060 means bounces could struggle around this zone. 5. GAMMA FLIP (HVL - High Volatility Level) HVL (Gamma Flip Level): 6095 (80.8 points above). HVL (0DTE): 6050 (35.8 points above). Interpretation: 6095 is the gamma flip zone—above this, gamma could turn positive, leading to more stability. As long as SPX trades below these levels, we remain in a volatile, bearish regime. 6. TOP GEX STRIKE CHANGES Largest Positive Changes (Increased GEX - More Call Exposure): 6020: +10.23M (+24.58%) 6050: +4.01M (+11.83%) 6015: +3.99M (+18.02%) 6045: +3.53M (+23.67%) 6035: +3.51M (+20.02%) Largest Negative Changes (Decreased GEX - More Put Exposure): 6010: -25.9M (-39.22%) 6000: -10.87M (-11.14%) 5990: -7.89M (-23.78%) 5975: -5.33M (-10.53%) 6055: -4.67M (-85.38%) Interpretation: Biggest GEX drop at 6010 and 6000 → weakening support, making downside moves more likely. GEX increase at 6020-6050 → some resistance is building there, potentially capping rallies. OVERALL TAKEAWAYS 📉 Bearish Bias: The negative gamma condition and put-heavy environment suggest increased volatility and downside pressure. Key downside level: 6000—a break could trigger more selling. Resistance zone: 6050-6060—any bounces may struggle here. Dealers are positioned to sell into weakness, reinforcing potential downward momentum.
CME_MINI:ES1!Short
by IronMan_Trader
Nifty Market Update: Bears Are in Control – A Rough Ride Ahead?The Nifty closed at 22,795 this week, down by 134 points from the previous week’s close, with a high of 23,049 and a low of 22,720. The formation of a Gravestone Doji candle indicates that the market is firmly under the control of the bears, signaling potential weakness ahead. As forecasted last week, Nifty moved within the range of 23,450 to 22,400, aligning perfectly with my predictions. Looking ahead to next week, I expect Nifty to trade between the 23,300 to 22,250 range. While 22,300-22,400 offers a strong support zone, if the index slips below 22,250, it could test the WEMA100 at 22,050, which could offer some relief. Digging deeper, I analyzed the Nifty50 monthly chart from 2004 onwards and noticed a recurring pattern: whenever Nifty closes below the monthly EMA21, it tends to test the EMA50, which currently stands at 19,450. If this month’s close is below 22,400, we could be heading toward 19,450, so brace yourselves for what could be a bumpy ride ahead. On the international front, the S&P 500 is showing signs of forming a bearish M-pattern, a negative signal for the broader market. This is troubling news for Indian markets, which are already under pressure. From the current level of 6,013, a 1.5% correction could see the index testing support levels around 5,900. The battle between bears and bulls continues, but for now, I believe the bears still have the upper hand. Stay cautious and keep a close watch on market movements – volatility is here to stay!
NSE:NIFTYShort
by ssudhirsharma11
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NASDAQ:TSLA
by TradingView
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