Mag 7 Strength, VIX Panic, and the Hands-Free Strategy That’s Working Anyway
If you've been trying to figure out whether it's time to get back in the market… or just stay the heck away, you're not alone. Volatility is off the charts, the headlines are wild, and every "bounce" seems like it could get erased in hours.
But if you zoom out and look at the big picture, there are some powerful signals flashing.
Start with the VIX.
This month, the VIX (aka the fear gauge) spiked above 60 — one of the highest readings we've seen in the last two decades. That kind of move doesn’t happen often. In fact, it’s only occurred a handful of times in the past 35 years. But when it does? The data is actually incredibly bullish.
When the VIX closes above 45, the one-year forward return on the S&P 500 has historically averaged around 37%. That's nearly triple the normal yearly return.
So while it may feel scary right now, the opportunity could be bigger than most realize.
And there's another angle that has me paying close attention…
The Magnificent 7 (AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, AMZN, TSLA) — after leading the charge lower in Q1 — have actually started to outperformthe broader market in the latest wave of selling.
That relative strength matters.
When growth stocks hold up better during market flushes, it can be an early sign that smart money is quietly stepping back in. And if we do see another leg higher, these names tend to lead the charge.
But here’s the challenge…
Trying to time the bottom or pick the perfect moment to jump in is nearly impossible. Most traders guess wrong. And in a market moving this fast, getting it wrong can get expensive.
That’s exactly why I use a strategy called Automated Options.
Instead of trying to predict where a stock is going to end up, Automated Options are designed to target quick 1% moves — up, down, or sideways. And when the move happens, the trade automatically closes out.
You don’t have to babysit charts. You don’t have to guess direction. And best of all, the system has worked even when the market is getting crushed.
Just last month, while the S&P 500 tumbled, Automated Options nailed 4 wins in a row — including setups that hit targets in just a few days. That’s $5,000+ in potential income from trades that didn’t need picture-perfect entries or market timing.
Of course, we can’t promise future results or guard against losses. But I think this approach offers something rare in a market like this: clarity.
You don’t need to know what the Fed will do next or where the next tariff lands. You just need a trade that can grab a 1% move and exit on autopilot.
In this kind of chaos, that’s the kind of edge I’ll take all day.
So while everyone else is watching the VIX and waiting for the "all clear," I’m focused on staying active… and letting volatility do the heavy lifting.
Quick Heads Up — We’ve Made a Big Schedule Shift
Instead of the usual “Mapping the Market” session, I’m going LIVE with Graham every weekday at 10 AM ET for something new: The Opening Playbook.
We’ll be breaking down what we’re seeing in the market, walking through real-money trades, and sharing live setups with room for Q&A.
So set your calendar — and come kick off the day with us as we navigate this wild market together.
— Nate Tucci
P.S. Join us at 10 AM for The Opening Playbook tomorrow! 
No comments:
Post a Comment