The market has a rhythm — and when FOMC week comes around, that rhythm tends to get erratic.
Today, I decided to respect that volatility and trade with caution.
The setup was a standard 2/7 DTE Double Calendar, and the trade went into profit quickly within the first half hour after entry.
Normally, I would let the position ride longer to harvest theta decay, but given that the FOMC announcement is tomorrow, I chose to exit early and lock in the gain.
It’s one of those situations where experience tells you: sometimes the best trade is the one you close early.
💼 Trade Summary
| Strategy | Lot | P/L | Return | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 DTE Double Calendar | 11 | +$1,038 | +3.7% | Quick morning gain, exited early due to FOMC risk. |
🔢 Detailed Trade Log
Underlying: SPX @ 6902
Opened: Tue, Oct 28, 2025 @ 3:01 PM
Closed: Tue, Oct 28, 2025 @ 3:28 PM
Net Debit: 25.70 Credit: 26.70
P/L: +$1,038 (+3.7%)
| Expiration | Strike | Type | Action | Qty | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30 | 6825 | P | STO | 11 | 11.09 cr |
| Oct 30 | 6965 | C | STO | 11 | 8.49 cr |
| Nov 4 | 6825 | P | BTO | 11 | 23.44 db |
| Nov 4 | 6965 | C | BTO | 11 | 21.84 db |
💭 Reflection
This was a textbook theta scalp:
a quick, controlled profit with limited market exposure.
The temptation to hold was there, but given how FOMC days can trigger wide intraday swings, capital preservation took priority.
Over the last few weeks, I’ve realized that maintaining emotional consistency matters more than squeezing out every dollar.
The best part of this trade wasn’t the P/L — it was the peace of mind that came from following the plan.
“It’s not the size of the profit that builds confidence — it’s the discipline behind it.”
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