Prime Playbook

February 2, 2025 Volume 111 "Tariff War Edition"

Bridge to Tariffbithia

I would normally be talking about how this is another week loaded with FED speakers and earnings reports (calendars at the end!), and how those can influence the market this week. They still can, but Tariffs have arrived, and look to be the leading headline this week.

Welcome to Trump Trading 2025. Last week’s threat of tariffs have turned the market into a rollercoaster, and the order signed Saturday confirmed the fears the market showed at the end of last week. One moment, you're cruising along; the next, you're plunging into volatility that makes even seasoned traders want to throw their computers in the trash.

In this environment, the mantra is clear: go slow, set stops, and buy time—when it makes sense. Not every trade needs to be a high-speed chase. It’s clear that Trump can change the tone of the market VERY fast and any time. It is a “See Green Take Green” mentality for now in my opinion. 30% trades add up fast if you are consistent.

But let's be real—volatility can also be an opportunity. Instruments like SQQQ are there for those moments when the market's erratic dance offers potential gains. The key is balance. A mix of short-term plays and long-term strategies can help you navigate this tariff-laden landscape.

So, whether you're eyeing a quick trade or setting up for the long haul, remember: trade smart, stay patient, stick to your plan and don't let the market's chaos dictate your strategy (don’t chase things up and down the board until you’re wiped out!).

I’ve spent a lot of time this weekend on this edition of the Stack to find a mix of weekly opportunities and also a lot of ideas with some time on them. This is being sent out early enough to give you time to look at some charts to go with the Bonus Picks, so go through the entire Stack and find what works best for you.

The last thing I want to remind you of is that historically the market goes up. There are pullbacks and corrections for sure, but I’m just suggesting that you don’t mistake the forest for the trees. Google it if you need to ;)

Let’s get to work, and go over my plans for how to bank this week!

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My Charts

Over Green line = Entry for Calls

Under Red line = Entry for Puts

Dotted or Solid Blue line = Price Targets

Purple line = Dark Pool

Blue Boxes = Demand Zones

Red Boxes = Supply Zones

Price targets are not the same as option strikes.

Price targets are where I believe the chart can/will go.

The strikes I suggest are what I think provide the best risk/reward to make money.

Let’s BANK!

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UL

UL 0.00%↑ weekly simple consolidation within this pennant, and then it bounced at the prior high breakout. Broke out of the upper trendline last week and closed the week with a retest doji candle. This has earnings in a few weeks, and could benefit from a pre-earnings push up. As long as we don’t break back under the trendline I would look long here. This is my plan for the week.