How to Protect Your Portfolio Heading into the End of the Year

[] Today's market commentary from TradingPub is here! Today's market commentary from TradingPub is here! To view this email as a web page, go [here.]( To view this email as a web page, go [here.]( [] [] [] [THE WORLD PREMIERE OF MY NEW SOFTWARE]( TRACKS LIQUIDITY LEVELS IS AT 1 P.M. ET ON MONDAY]( How to Protect Your Portfolio Heading into the End of the Year [] As we approach the end of the year, protecting your portfolio becomes just as important as finding opportunities for growth. With the market showing signs of both seasonal strength and underlying risks, I’m focused on strategies that balance upside potential with robust protection against unexpected disruptions. This year has been a strong one for bulls — no question. We’ve seen all-time highs in major indexes, massive moves in Bitcoin, and big wins in sectors like Tech and Industrials. But as good as 2024 has been, it’s no time to get complacent. All the “good stuff” — from solid earnings to dovish signals from the Federal Reserve — is already priced into the market. That leaves us vulnerable to any surprise sell-off or profit-taking, especially with key economic data and Fed decisions still looming. One of the biggest risks is what I call a “blindside event.” This could be anything from disappointing Nvidia (NVDA) earnings to an inflation print that forces the Fed to hold rates steady or even go hawkish. If markets start to roll over, you don’t want to be left without a plan. Strategies for Adding Protection To prepare for potential volatility, I’m layering multiple levels of protection into my portfolio. Here’s how I approach it: 1. Options for Hedging: Credit and debit spreads are central to my strategy. With credit spreads, I can take advantage of premium income while leaving room for price movement. The beauty of this setup is that I can repair trades if the market turns against me. Collars are another favorite — selling a covered call to finance a long put. This creates a “free hedge,” where the call premium offsets the cost of the put. If prices drop sharply, the put kicks in to protect the downside while I maintain flexibility for future trades. 2. Cash Management: Roughly 40–45% of my portfolio is in cash right now. This isn’t just about safety — it’s about staying ready to deploy capital into opportunities if the market pulls back. I’d rather be patient and buy into strength after a flush than chase prices in overbought conditions. 3. Hedges on Indexes and Futures: When the market moves as one — risk-on or risk-off — you need protection across the board. I’ve added long puts on the S&P 500 (SPX) and Nasdaq (NDX) to hedge against broader market declines. These trades are designed to offset losses in case of a significant pullback.The bottom line is that upside is easy when the market melts higher — but surviving the unexpected requires preparation. My approach combines short-term income trades, longer-term positioning, and hedges to navigate the unknowns. Protecting your portfolio isn’t about avoiding risk… It’s about managing it wisely. If the market surprises to the downside, I want to be ready to weather the storm and take advantage of new opportunities as they arise. I’ll see you in the markets. [] Chris Pulver Chris Pulver Trading Follow along and join the conversation for real-time analysis, trade ideas, market insights and more! Telegram: [av20QmeKC5VjOTc5]( *This is for informational and educational purposes only. There is an inherent risk in trading, so trade at your own risk. [] _______________________________________________ [] Trades With the Power to Double in 24 Hours With stocks, watching a trade double in 24 hours or less is nearly impossible… But thanks to a brand-new discovery I call “24-Hour Surges,” I believe I’ve found a way to isolate exactly that kind of explosive setup. And this isn’t just on stocks like NVDA or anything like that… It’s all based on [my proprietary software that tracks liquidity levels in the markets!]( Now, if that sounds nerdy or intimidating, don’t sweat it… Because I’m sitting down with Nate Tucci at 1 p.m. ET on Monday to reveal everything. That way, YOU can start targeting these same explosive trades NEXT week! While we cannot promise future returns or against losses… [Save Your Seat for the World Premiere!]( [] Want to get a link to TradingPub content, trade ideas, real-time market analysis and educational tidbits? We have you covered! Telegram is an entirely free messaging app and getting access is as easy as 1… 2… 3… 1. Download Telegram on your mobile device (Before you can add Telegram to your desktop computer, you must download the application on your phone and create your account: To download to your iPhone, [click here](. To download to your Android device, [click here](. 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With the market showing signs of both seasonal strength and underlying risks, I’m focused on strategies that balance upside potential with robust protection against unexpected disruptions. This year has been a strong one for bulls — no question. We’ve seen all-time highs in major indexes, massive moves in Bitcoin, and big wins in sectors like Tech and Industrials. But as good as 2024 has been, it’s no time to get complacent. All the “good stuff” — from solid earnings to dovish signals from the Federal Reserve — is already priced into the market. That leaves us vulnerable to any surprise sell-off or profit-taking, especially with key economic data and Fed decisions still looming. One of the biggest risks is what I call a “blindside event.” This could be anything from disappointing Nvidia (NVDA) earnings to an inflation print that forces the Fed to hold rates steady or even go hawkish. If markets start to roll over, you don’t want to be left without a plan. Strategies for Adding Protection To prepare for potential volatility, I’m layering multiple levels of protection into my portfolio. Here’s how I approach it: 1. Options for Hedging: Credit and debit spreads are central to my strategy. With credit spreads, I can take advantage of premium income while leaving room for price movement. The beauty of this setup is that I can repair trades if the market turns against me. Collars are another favorite — selling a covered call to finance a long put. This creates a “free hedge,” where the call premium offsets the cost of the put. If prices drop sharply, the put kicks in to protect the downside while I maintain flexibility for future trades. 2. Cash Management: Roughly 40–45% of my portfolio is in cash right now. This isn’t just about safety — it’s about staying ready to deploy capital into opportunities if the market pulls back. I’d rather be patient and buy into strength after a flush than chase prices in overbought conditions. 3. Hedges on Indexes and Futures: When the market moves as one — risk-on or risk-off — you need protection across the board. I’ve added long puts on the S&P 500 (SPX) and Nasdaq (NDX) to hedge against broader market declines. These trades are designed to offset losses in case of a significant pullback.The bottom line is that upside is easy when the market melts higher — but surviving the unexpected requires preparation. My approach combines short-term income trades, longer-term positioning, and hedges to navigate the unknowns. Protecting your portfolio isn’t about avoiding risk… It’s about managing it wisely. If the market surprises to the downside, I want to be ready to weather the storm and take advantage of new opportunities as they arise. I’ll see you in the markets. [] Chris Pulver Chris Pulver Trading Follow along and join the conversation for real-time analysis, trade ideas, market insights and more! Telegram: [av20QmeKC5VjOTc5]( *This is for informational and educational purposes only. There is an inherent risk in trading, so trade at your own risk. [] _______________________________________________ [] Trades With the Power to Double in 24 Hours With stocks, watching a trade double in 24 hours or less is nearly impossible… But thanks to a brand-new discovery I call “24-Hour Surges,” I believe I’ve found a way to isolate exactly that kind of explosive setup. And this isn’t just on stocks like NVDA or anything like that… It’s all based on [my proprietary software that tracks liquidity levels in the markets!]( Now, if that sounds nerdy or intimidating, don’t sweat it… Because I’m sitting down with Nate Tucci at 1 p.m. ET on Monday to reveal everything. That way, YOU can start targeting these same explosive trades NEXT week! While we cannot promise future returns or against losses… [Save Your Seat for the World Premiere!]( [] Want to get a link to TradingPub content, trade ideas, real-time market analysis and educational tidbits? We have you covered! Telegram is an entirely free messaging app and getting access is as easy as 1… 2… 3… 1. Download Telegram on your mobile device (Before you can add Telegram to your desktop computer, you must download the application on your phone and create your account: To download to your iPhone, [click here](. To download to your Android device, [click here](. After the download is complete, please create an account. NOTE: You can manage your privacy settings by clicking “Settings,” and then “Privacy & Security.” 2. Download Telegram on your desktop: Once you’ve downloaded Telegram onto your mobile device and created your personal account, you can download it onto your desktop computer. To download onto your PC, [click here](. 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