This week was active but efficient. Most trades were scalps and short-term holds, with quick profits locked in. Importantly, all trades closed green, extending the challenge’s winning streak.
⚙️ Trade Log
Day 43 – Monday, Aug 25
- Trade 1: 7-Lot Double Calendar
- Strikes: 6410P / 6485C
- Short Expiry: Aug 27 | Long Expiry: Sep 2
- Debit: 32.80 → Credit: 33.90
- Profit: +$731 (after fees/slippage)
- Return: +3.2%
- Time in Trade: ~45 minutes
- Trade 2: 2-Lot Quick Scalp
- Same strikes (6410P / 6485C)
- Debit: 33.70 → Credit: 34.00
- Profit: +$47.36
- Time in Trade: ~1 minute
Day 44 – Tuesday, Aug 26
- Trade 1: 2-Lot Pre-Market Scalp
- Strikes: 6410P / 6485C
- Expiry: Aug 28 / Sep 3
- Debit: 33.60 → Credit: 35.00
- Profit: +$280
- Return: +4.17%
- Time in Trade: Few minutes
- Trade 2: 14-Lot End-of-Day Entry/Exit
- Strikes: 6390P / 6500C
- Short Expiry: Aug 28 | Long Expiry: Sep 2
- Debit: 16.20 → Credit: 16.60
- Profit: +$482 (after fees)
- Return: +2.1%
- Time in Trade: Minutes
Day 45 – Wednesday, Aug 27
- Trade 1: 5-Lot Overnight Hold
- Strikes: 6390P / 6500C
- Short Expiry: Aug 28 | Long Expiry: Sep 2
- Debit: 16.25 → Credit: 16.80
- Profit: +$275
- Return: +3.39%
- Time in Trade: Overnight
- Trade 2: 4-Lot Intraday Trade
- Strikes: 6415P / 6540C
- Short Expiry: Aug 29 | Long Expiry: Sep 3
- Debit: 12.00 → Credit: 12.60
- Profit: +$218
- Return: +4.5%
- Time in Trade: ~48 minutes
Day 46–47 (Thu–Fri)
- ❌ No trades – sat out
💰 Weekly Summary
| Day | Trades | P/L |
|---|---|---|
| 43 | 2 | +$778 |
| 44 | 2 | +$762 |
| 45 | 2 | +$493 |
| 46 | – | – |
| 47 | – | – |
| Total | 6 trades | +$2,033 |
✅ Total Realized Profit (Week 7): +$2,033
📈 Win Rate: 6/6 (100%)
📊 Weekly Gain on $50k: +4.07%
🧠 Key Takeaways
- ⚡ Scalping DCs worked well this week — multiple fast trades, small risk, clean profits.
- ✅ All green trades boosted account buffer further (+16.64% total).
- 📉 Flat trading days (Thu–Fri) were avoided — discipline kept gains intact.
- 📊 Size control (2-lot to 14-lot) let trades scale without over-exposing capital.
🔮 Looking Ahead
- Continue taking short-duration, high-confidence DC entries.
- Avoid over-trading on quiet days.
- Watch for volatility catalysts (CPI, Fed) as they could expand premiums.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information presented in this blog post is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as financial or investment advice. I am not a licensed financial advisor. All trading strategies discussed reflect my personal experience and are not recommendations to buy or sell any security or derivative.
Trading financial instruments such as options, futures, or stocks involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You should conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Past performance is not indicative of future results. Use of this information is at your own risk.
👉 After 7 weeks, the challenge account stands at $58,318 (+16.64%). A strong streak, but discipline in handling future losing weeks will be critical to keep compounding intact.