VIX Implodes

Once again, there were no covered options that set up.
Continue to remain patient until conditions improve. 

Gold and silver
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, mentioned
recently, is in its first pullback since breaking out of a cup-and-handle
formation (see recent commentaries). Look for buying opportunities in calls and call spreads here.

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Consumer non-durable
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,
mentioned recently, is just shy of taking out its old highs. Continue to look for buying
opportunities in calls and call spreads here.

For you bottom fishers, the semis
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look like they might be forming a double bottom. Look for a buying opportunity
here, but don’t overstay your welcome as the long-term trend still remains
down.

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Looking
Ahead/Follow Up

If you
took trades off the VIX, you might want to lock in a piece of your profits as
the VIX began to implode on Friday.

On the
long side, the banks
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remain strong and may set up next week on a
pullback.

On the
short side, telecom
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remains in a weak position and may set up
next week on a pullback from lows.

Best of
luck with your trading on Tuesday!

P.S. Reminder:
Protective stops on every trade!

P.P.S. Happy Holiday!!!