Summary
Our August 10–15 trade recap dives into a volatile week for tech stocks. With 6 trades closed, a 50% win rate, we break down what worked, what didn’t, and what traders can learn moving forward.
Market Movers
- 📈 FOMC Meeting Minutes: Aug 20, 2025
- 📈 Flash Manufacturing PMI: Aug 21, 2025
- 📈 Existing Home Sales: Aug 21, 2025
- 📈 Jackson Hole Symposium Day 1: Aug 21, 2025
- 📈 Jackson Hole Symposium Day 2: Aug 22, 2025
- 📈 Jackson Hole Symposium Day 3: Aug 23, 2025
📚 Deep Dive 📚
Weekly Trade Recap: August 10–15, 2025
Market Context 📈
This past week (August 10–15, 2025) was defined by volatility in tech stocks. Some trades delivered solid returns, while others struggled to move. This back-and-forth highlights a simple truth for traders: opportunity comes with risk, especially in a choppy market like this one.
Performance Summary
- Total Trades Closed: 6
- Win Rate: 50%
- Average % P/L per Trade: +23.17%
Even with a 50% win rate, the average gain per trade shows how consistency and risk management can add up over time.
Standout Trades 🌟
- Top Winner: PLTR +67%
- Largest Miss: NVDA -98%
Trade Breakdown
- ✅PLTR | Aug 11 → Aug 15 | Setup: AUG 15 180P | +67% | Masterclass
- ❌NVDA | Aug 11 → Aug 15 | Setup: AUG 15 185C | -98% | Masterclass
- ❌MARA | Jul 14 → Aug 15 | Setup: AUG 15 25C | -98% | Options
- ✅AMD | Aug 11 → Aug 11 | Setup: AUG 15 185C | +40% | Options
- ❌TSLA | Aug 11 → Aug 15 | Setup: AUG 15 360C | -98% | Options
- ✅TQQQ | Aug 08 → Aug 12 | Setup: AUG 15 94C | +32% | Options
Key Takeaways ✅
- Volatility rules tech right now—big swings mean both upside and downside risk.
- A 50% win rate shows why trade selection and timing matter.
- The average gain of 23% per trade proves that small wins stack up. TSLA hit 30% and TQQQ hit 20% but we did not take profit - more proof that base hits matter!
- Staying in tune with market conditions is critical.
- Mixing trade types (Masterclass vs. Options) provides flexibility.
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