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πŸ“‰ The Sharpest QQQ Pullback Since April 2024 β€” Is This the Reset Before the Next Leg Up?Friday's sell-off wasn't noise. ...
06/08/2026

πŸ“‰ The Sharpest QQQ Pullback Since April 2024 β€” Is This the Reset Before the Next Leg Up?
Friday's sell-off wasn't noise. Hotter-than-expected jobs data sparked a sharp pullback in QQQ β€” the steepest we've seen in over a year. And Vlad's model just flipped bearish for the next 10 days. 🚨
But here's what most traders are missing: this could be the healthy reset the market needed. πŸ”„
In this week's YellowTunnel update, CEO Vlad Karpel breaks down exactly what's happening β€” and how he's positioning.
πŸ“Š What's at Play This Week:
πŸ”Ή CPI inflation data Wednesday β€” could confirm or reject the hawkish narrative
πŸ”Ή New Fed Chair stepping in June 16th β€” leadership transitions add policy uncertainty
πŸ”Ή Up to 75 basis points of HIKES now priced into the market πŸ“ˆ
πŸ”Ή The model is eyeing a potential revisit of 720–730 on the SPX πŸ“‰
🎯 Vlad's Trade of the Week:
βœ… QQQ 700/690 put spread expiring June 18
βœ… Defined risk: $2.50 per contract
βœ… Target: $7.50 per contract
βœ… Risk/reward: 1:3
This is how to position for downside risk without giving back your gains from the rally. Defined risk. Asymmetric payoff. Clean structure. 🎯
🎁 Want to See How Vlad Reads the Signals β€” LIVE?
Join us next week for a FREE live webinar and walk away with an exclusive offer:
πŸ”Ή $0.65 per contract at Avant Garde Trading
πŸ”Ή 3 months FREE of any YellowTunnel subscription
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Don't trade this pullback without a framework. Build the structure first. πŸ’ͺ
πŸ‘€ Watch now: https://youtu.be/kfvDdwzkMoc

πŸ“‰ Friday's sell-off was the sharpest QQQ pullback since April 2024 ...

β˜€οΈ Watch It Now: "Riding the Summer Rally" Full Replay (+ Free Tool Access)Huge thanks to everyone who joined our live f...
06/02/2026

β˜€οΈ Watch It Now: "Riding the Summer Rally" Full Replay (+ Free Tool Access)
Huge thanks to everyone who joined our live for Riding the Summer Rally: Market Outlook & Trade of the Week. The Q&A was packed β€” and the trade walkthrough was the kind that made people DM us asking for the replay before it even ended. πŸ”₯
It's now available. ▢️
Inside the Replay, You'll See:
πŸ“ˆ Vlad's summer market outlook β€” why the model sees the SPX grinding to 770–780
⚑ A live walkthrough of this week's 100/105 software call spread (June 12 expiry) 🎯
πŸ’» Why ServiceNow, Datadog, Team, and Microsoft are breaking out β€” and how to position
πŸ›’οΈ The macro backdrop β€” falling yields, falling oil, and a holding ceasefire
πŸ€– How to use the Stock Forecast Toolbox and Active Trader for daily signals
🎁 Ready to Trade With a Framework β€” Not Just Headlines?
Watching Vlad's process is one thing. Putting it into practice is what separates consistent traders from everyone else.
That's why we're giving you πŸ†“ FREE TRIAL ACCESS to the same tools Vlad uses every week:
🎯 Trading Plan Builder β€” create your personalized, written trading plan step by step
πŸ€– AI Coaching Site β€” real-time feedback on your trades and behavioral patterns
πŸ“Š AI-Driven Signals β€” access the same models featured in the webinar
πŸ”“ Full Platform Access β€” no credit card required to start
So you can start applying what you learned immediately. πŸ’ͺ
πŸŽ₯ Watch the replay + activate your free trial here:

β˜€οΈ The full replay of Riding the Summer Rally: Market Outlook & Tra...

πŸ“Š The Market Is Calm. The Iran Deal Stalled. Why Aren't Traders Worried?This week's market told an interesting story β€” o...
06/02/2026

πŸ“Š The Market Is Calm. The Iran Deal Stalled. Why Aren't Traders Worried?
This week's market told an interesting story β€” one worth paying attention to. πŸ“Š
The market continued its rally through a holiday-shortened week, driven by optimism around tech, semiconductors, and a potential Iran peace deal. But here's the catch: the expected deal didn't materialize over the weekend. πŸ€”
And yet β€” the VIX fell to multi-month lows. Almost no tail risk is priced in.
πŸ” Where we stand right now:
πŸ”Ή The market remains bullish but overbought
πŸ”Ή 10-year yield is falling as inflation concerns ease
πŸ”Ή Semiconductors continue to lead β€” but bubble fears are building
πŸ”Ή Other sectors showing optimism, but no major extension yet
πŸ”Ή VIX at multi-month lows = the market is ignoring geopolitical tail risk
πŸ“‹ Position Updates:
⚠️ CSX sold off on Thursday β€” under review for exit
⚠️ MUR still struggling to find a rally β€” under review for exit
❌ No new trades added this week β€” low-liquidity signals + holiday week = patience
Sometimes the best trade is no trade. 🧠
🎯 The Week Ahead:
βœ… New trade ideas coming β€” monitor your inbox
βœ… Live trading room β€” join Keith and Vlad as we navigate the uncertainty: https://yellowtunnel.com/Identity/Account/Register
βœ… Watch for AI signals identifying high expected-value setups
πŸŽ₯ Watch the full weekly update here: https://youtu.be/QrO7Fsi-Ruw

πŸ“Š The market kept rallying. The VIX hit multi-month lows. And the I...

πŸ’» Why Software Is Leading the Next Leg Higher (and the Trade Vlad Just Placed)The market is broadening β€” and this week, ...
06/01/2026

πŸ’» Why Software Is Leading the Next Leg Higher (and the Trade Vlad Just Placed)
The market is broadening β€” and this week, software is the story. Semis aren't the only game in town anymore. πŸ“ˆ
In this week's YellowTunnel update, CEO Vlad Karpel breaks down why the path of least resistance is higher β€” and how he's positioning for it.
πŸ“Š The Market Setup:
πŸ”Ή SPX is holding above 7500 β€” the model sees momentum carrying us to 770–780 by earnings season
πŸ”Ή Software names racing to all-time highs: ServiceNow, Datadog, Team, Microsoft
πŸ”Ή 60-day ceasefire β€” reducing geopolitical premium
πŸ”Ή Falling oil prices β€” easing inflation pressure
πŸ”Ή 10-year yield back below 4.50% β€” supportive for risk assets
🎯 Vlad's Trade of the Week:
βœ… A 100/105 software call spread expiring June 12
βœ… Target: $2.30
βœ… Using option laddering to roll his expiring AMD position into the new software setup
This is the difference between trading reactively and trading with a process. Roll, don't react. 🧠
🎁 Want to See How Vlad Reads the Signals β€” LIVE?
Join Vlad next week for a FREE live webinar β€” and walk away with free trial access to:
πŸ”Ή Trading Plan Builder
πŸ”Ή AI Coaching Site
πŸ“… Register here: [LINK]
πŸ‘€ Watch the replay on Youtube: https://youtu.be/oyCQCvalHWQ
Don't trade this week's breakouts without a framework. Build the structure first. πŸ’ͺ

πŸ’» Semis aren't the only story anymore. Software is back β€” and the rally just got a new engine.In this week's YellowTunnel update, CEO Vlad Karpel breaks dow...

🎬 The Full "Riding the Breakout" Replay Is HereThe response to last week's live session was unreal. Comments, DMs, follo...
05/27/2026

🎬 The Full "Riding the Breakout" Replay Is Here
The response to last week's live session was unreal. Comments, DMs, follow-up questions β€” and the #1 ask was simple: "Can you post the replay?" πŸ“©
Done. ▢️
Whether you missed it or want to rewatch our AMD trade walkthrough more carefully β€” the full session is now available.
🎯 Here's what's packed inside:
πŸ“Š The 10-day SPX outlook β€” why Vlad's model is calling for a 730–750 range and what it means for trade structure
⚑ A live AMD 450/455 call spread β€” full walkthrough including why he chose those strikes, the expiration date, and the risk logic
πŸš€ The semiconductor story β€” why semis keep printing new all-time highs and how to position for it
πŸ›’οΈ The macro tailwind everyone's ignoring β€” falling oil + Middle East de-escalation supporting the rally
πŸ€– Three AI tools demystified β€” Stock Forecast Toolbox, Active Trader, and Aggressive Power Trader
πŸ†“ BONUS: Free Trial Access Included

Watching the replay is great. Doing the work is better. That's why everyone who watches gets access to:
πŸ”Ή Trading Plan Builder β€” to structure your trades before you place them
πŸ”Ή AI Coaching Site β€” to get real frameworks for your own decisions

The same tools Vlad uses every week β€” yours to try, free. πŸ’ͺ
πŸŽ₯ Watch the replay + activate your trial:

What's Packed Inside:πŸ“Š The 10-day SPX outlook β€” why the model is c...

πŸš€ Iran Deal Hopes, VIX at 3-Month Lows, and a New Breakout: Your Weekly Market RecapThis week, the market gave traders e...
05/27/2026

πŸš€ Iran Deal Hopes, VIX at 3-Month Lows, and a New Breakout: Your Weekly Market Recap
This week, the market gave traders exactly what they were looking for β€” a healthy dip that turned into a bullish setup. πŸ“Š
Here's the full picture:
πŸ”Ή The 10-year yield spiked early in the week on inflation concerns and Iran tensions β€” sparking talk that the Fed's next move could be a hike. By Friday, that pressure faded as hopes for Iran progress grew.
πŸ”Ή The S&P 500 pulled back, then rallied right back to near previous highs β€” forming a bull flag and looking ready to break out further.
πŸ”Ή The equal-weighted RSP broke out to a NEW HIGH β€” a great sign that leadership is broadening beyond just mega-cap tech.
πŸ”Ή Tech made new highs, but is significantly less overbought than late April/early May.
πŸ”Ή Semiconductors continue to dominate β€” the AI story is unchanged. πŸ€–
πŸ”Ή Small caps continue to lag, but if interest rates fall further, money could rotate into financials, healthcare, and small caps.
πŸ”Ή The VIX closed near 3-month lows 😌 β€” expected to fall further on Iran optimism. Cheaper options = more leverage opportunities for traders.
This Week's Trades: 🎯
βœ… Added CSX on Tuesday β€” breakout confirmed Wednesday
βœ… Holding Murphy Oil (MUR) β€” monitoring the Iran situation closely
⚠️ If oil falls materially on a real Iran deal, MUR may be exited. Either way, removing uncertainty = better AI signals ahead.
Live Trading Room: Join Keith & Vlad this week β€” bring your questions live!
πŸŽ₯ Watch the full weekly recap here:

πŸš€ The market got the dip it needed β€” and turned it into a setup for...

🎯 This Week's Trade of the Week: Risk $3 to Catch AMD at All-Time HighsThe market is overbought and ahead of schedule β€” ...
05/26/2026

🎯 This Week's Trade of the Week: Risk $3 to Catch AMD at All-Time Highs
The market is overbought and ahead of schedule β€” but semiconductors keep ripping. So what's the smart play? πŸ€”
In this Trade of the Week video, we break down current market conditions and walks subscribers through the latest options spread trade. πŸ“Š
Here's what the model is showing:
πŸ”Ή SPX forecast: 730–750 range over the next 10 days
πŸ”Ή No breakout above 750 expected until fall
πŸ”Ή Bullish tailwinds still in play
The catalysts driving momentum:
πŸ€– The AI trade
πŸ•ŠοΈ A potential Middle East peace agreement
πŸ›’οΈ A sharp drop in oil prices to near $80
This Week's Signal: 🎯
βœ… AMD 450/455 call spread
βœ… Expiring the first week of June
βœ… Risking $3 to capture the breakout in semiconductors making new all-time highs
Vlad also previews where to find additional signals in Active Trader and Aggressive Power Trader.
If you want to see how a seasoned trader reads AI-driven signals and turns them into real, defined-risk options trades β€” this video is a must-watch. πŸŽ₯
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🎯 The market is overbought and ahead of schedule β€” but semiconducto...

⚠️ The Market Is at a Turning Point This Week β€” Here's How to Navigate ItThree potential market-moving events are hittin...
05/20/2026

⚠️ The Market Is at a Turning Point This Week β€” Here's How to Navigate It
Three potential market-moving events are hitting in a single week. πŸ“…
The 10-year yield just punched through 4.50% to multi-year highs. Bullish momentum is slowing. And this week brings:
πŸ”Ή Nvidia earnings β€” the most important earnings report on the calendar
πŸ”Ή A new Federal Reserve Chair β€” leadership transitions matter
πŸ”Ή The U.S.–China summit β€” geopolitical wildcards
Any one of these could move the market sharply. All three together? That's a setup that demands a plan β€” not hunches. 🎯
We walk you through current market conditions and a real, actionable trade β€” step by step.
What You'll Learn:
βœ… 10-day market outlook β€” where the SPX, QQQ, and 10-year yield are headed
βœ… The signals that matter β€” why energy names like OXY and XOP are leading
βœ… Trade of the Week β€” a live walkthrough of a defined-risk options spread (risk 50Β’ to make 50Β’)
βœ… How to read the AI-driven models β€” Stock Forecast Toolbox, Active Trader, Dynamic Power Trader
βœ… What to watch this week β€” Nvidia, the Fed, the China summit
Who Should Watch:
Active options traders, swing traders, and self-directed investors who want a clear, signal-driven framework for navigating uncertain markets β€” without trading on headlines or hunches.
πŸŽ₯ Watch here:

🚨 The market is at a turning point β€” and most traders aren't ready for what's coming.The 10-year yield just punched through 4.50% to multi-year highs. Bulli...

⚠️ Rate Hike Back on the Table? What This Week's Inflation Data Means for Your PortfolioThe market keeps climbing β€” but ...
05/19/2026

⚠️ Rate Hike Back on the Table? What This Week's Inflation Data Means for Your Portfolio
The market keeps climbing β€” but this week brought a major shift beneath the surface. πŸ“Š
Inflation came in hot again, and FOMC expectations have pivoted. For the first time in a while, traders are pricing in a higher chance of a rate hike than a rate cut. That's a meaningful change.
Here's where we stand:
πŸ”Ή Tech & semis are leading β€” but they're deeply overbought. The parabolic move is exciting, but bubble risk is building.
πŸ”Ή Oil keeps rallying β€” which is why we're holding our MUR long call position. Higher oil = higher valuations for oil companies.
πŸ”Ή Iran tensions remain unresolved β€” surprisingly, markets aren't pricing in the geopolitical risk. That could change fast.
πŸ”Ή We added zero new trades this week β€” sometimes the best trade is no trade. Discipline matters.
Looking ahead: New trade ideas are coming. The 10-year yield and inflation expectations will be critical signals. If profit-taking begins, the downside could be sharp given how stretched things are.
πŸŽ₯ Watch the full weekly update video here: https://youtu.be/WsPwgV1aqJ4
πŸ’¬ Join us live in the trading room at yellowtunnel.com this week to see how we approach market uncertainty and find high-expected-value trades in real time.

🚨 The market just got a major curveball β€” and most investors aren't paying attention.This week's inflation data was hot AGAIN, and FOMC expectations have of...

This Week's Market Pulse β€” and Why Structure Matters More Than EverIn this week's TradeSpoon and Yellowtunnel update, CE...
05/18/2026

This Week's Market Pulse β€” and Why Structure Matters More Than Ever

In this week's TradeSpoon and Yellowtunnel update, CEO Vlad Karpel breaks down a market at a crossroads:

Bullish momentum slowing
10-year yield punches through 4.50%
Volatility brewing with Nvidia earnings, new Fed Chair, U.S.–China summit

Energy names like OXY and XOP are showing the strongest signals. Vlad’s Pick of the Week trade: a defined-risk options spread risking 50Β’ to make 50Β’.

Markets reward traders with a plan β€” and punish those who don’t.

🎁 Plus: Free access to our Trading Plan Builder & AI Coaching Site for all attendees.
πŸ“… Register Now β†’ https://yellowtunnel.com/Identity/Account/Login

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