Instead of relying on options, I prefer trading the underlying stock directly. This way, I’m not fighting time decay or IV changes — just the price action. If a company beats expectations and shows strong momentum, I can ride the upside; if it disappoints, I can short or stay out. It’s simpler and avoids the breakeven math in options.
For those comfortable with options, strangles can work with the right stock and timing, but I stick to trading the stock itself. Earnings season is all about speed, discipline, and reacting quickly to the numbers.
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- JimmyHua·08-08TOPuseful strategy1Report