Key Stats
193
Total
trades
177
Winning
trades
92%
Winning
history
135%
Average
return
Statistical Analysis
After 20 years of trading Monthly Options, it remains clear that July is one of the top producing months for the strategy. A quick glance at any of the key stats highlights this rather clearly, but what is perhaps most impressive is the long standing trade history for the month which shows only July 2011 with major losses going all the way back to 2002. This of course indicates that July has produced winners in all major market conditions. Considering the current market environment, pay careful attention to the commentary for insights on how to manage this month's trades.
Risk vs Reward

Successful Picks
Though we've traded it fewer times, GOOG and SPY are the obvious choices. QQQ is also a solid performer, which we have traded every year.
Stock | Plays | Wins | Win HistWinning History | Avg %Average Return |
---|---|---|---|---|
AAPL | 16 | 15 | 94% | 156% |
AMZN | 17 | 15 | 88% | 166% |
AVGO | 9 | 9 | 100% | 89% |
BIDU | 7 | 6 | 86% | 206% |
DIA | 19 | 17 | 89% | 104% |
GOOG | 12 | 12 | 100% | 204% |
IBM | 13 | 12 | 92% | 165% |
QQQ | 20 | 19 | 95% | 135% |
SPY | 9 | 9 | 100% | 132% |
WYNN | 11 | 10 | 91% | 154% |
YHOO | 5 | 5 | 100% | 170% |
Trade Recommendations
Based on the data, our normal target profit range should be expected. The Risk v Reward perfectly illustrates this visually.