🟦 Fed Day Note:
The market often reacts sharply around Federal Reserve announcements and meeting minutes, with sudden volatility spikes and unpredictable intraday swings.To stay consistent with my October trading plan, I chose to reduce exposure and close positions early — protecting profits and avoiding any event-driven risk.
In trading, surviving volatility is just as important as profiting from it.
Today was a solid day both in execution and discipline.
Two overnight Double Calendar trades closed green in the morning, and even though the automation triggered another 9/23 DC, I decided to exit before the Fed minutes were released.
The result — three profitable trades, a stress-free close, and another step forward in my 1000 Days Challenge.
📊 Trades Overview
| Trade | Strategy | Lot Size | P/L | Return % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9/23 Double Calendar | 1 | +$104 | +1.5% | Closed morning after overnight hold. |
| 2 | 2/7 Double Calendar | 10 | +$544 | +1.9% | Closed early morning for steady gain. |
| 3 | 9/23 Double Calendar (auto) | 2 | +$419 | +2.9% | Closed before Fed minutes to avoid risk. |
| Total | — | — | +$1,067 | +2.1% | All trades closed with green results. |
🧾 Trade Details
Trade 1 — 9/23 Double Calendar
- Opened: Tue, Oct 7, 2025 @ 9:37 AM
- Closed: Wed, Oct 8, 2025 @ 10:25 AM
- Underlying: SPX @ 6752
- Debit Paid: 71.40
- Exit Credit: 72.50
- P/L: +$104 (+1.5%)
Trade 2 — 2/7 Double Calendar
- Opened: Tue, Oct 7, 2025 @ 3:05 PM
- Closed: Wed, Oct 8, 2025 @ 9:49 AM
- Underlying: SPX @ 6712
- Debit Paid: 28.10
- Exit Credit: 28.70
- P/L: +$544 (+1.9%)
Trade 3 — 9/23 Double Calendar (Automation)
- Opened: Wed, Oct 8, 2025 @ 9:36 AM
- Closed: 11:30 AM (same day)
- Underlying: SPX @ 6722
- Debit Paid: 72.55
- Exit Credit: 74.70
- P/L: +$419 (+2.9%)
- Reason for Exit: Closed before Fed minutes announcement to avoid volatility spikes.
💭 Reflection
- ✅ The overnight trades worked smoothly — patient execution and sticking to plan.
- ⚙️ The automation trade also played out well, and the early exit before a major event protected profits.
- 💡 Lesson: “Discipline isn’t about always trading — it’s about knowing when to step aside.”
In trading, risk avoided is capital preserved. And capital preserved is freedom to trade another day.
⚠️ 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.