Moo Options Explorer wrote a post · Jun 3 16:49

Weekly roundup: What moved the market and what’s next?

Hello mooers!

Markets rebounded last week with $NASDAQ 100 Index (.NDX.US)$ rising 2.03% and $S&P 500 Index (.SPX.US)$ up 1.88%. The bounce came amid a whirlwind of tariff headlines and sector rotations, with major indices swinging on trade rulings, legal appeals, and month-end rebalancing flows.

As usual, let's dive into some of the standout contributions from our community last week.

📘 Calls vs. Call Spreads: Which Fits Your Strategy?

@Michael McCarthy CEO shared a timely options lesson, comparing two bullish strategies on $Mini Standard & Poor's 500 (.XSP.US)$:

Buying Calls: Higher cost, unlimited upside

Buying Call Spreads: Lower cost, capped profits

Weekly roundup: What moved the market and what’s next?

He highlights key trade-offs—risk, reward, breakeven, time decay—showing how each setup fits different goals and risk appetites. Whether you're aiming big or managing tight, this breakdown is a must-read for traders who want to sharpen their edge. Read more>>

🗺 NVIDIA's Earnings Play

@102402530 closed a well-timed $NVIDIA (NVDA.US)$ call for an $8,811 profit just ahead of the post-earnings swing. Read more>>

@moneymakinmitch stayed defiant and confident, holding onto his $NVIDIA (NVDA.US)$ call with over $2,000 in gains while others locked profits. Read more>>

@JunkHauler9 played both sides of the earnings chaos—cashing in $8,380 on a call and $1,274.5 on a put. Read more>>

@MrTiananmen sent his thanks to Jensen after landing profits on $NVIDIA (NVDA.US)$ calls, earning $348, $1,158, and $690 on separate trades. Read more>>

@103678059 shared a cautionary take after closing $NVIDIA (NVDA.US)$ puts before the earnings drama. “Bearish with proper risk management… Always set a cut loss level. Don’t hold like those bulls.” A disciplined voice amidst the hype. Read more>>

@Blfmoe booked a 488.23% profit on a $NVIDIA (NVDA.US)$ put after the earnings release. Read more>>

📊 Riding the Market Wave

@Visionary6733 kicked off the week with a diversified streak of wins: 81.82% on a $Serve Robotics (SERV.US)$ put, 72.28% on $Rigetti Computing (RGTI.US)$ put, 58.89% on $Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares (TSLL.US)$ put, and 32.56% on $D-Wave Quantum (QBTS.US)$ put. Read more>>

@BigPlayer007 stayed in the AI lane with $CoreWeave (CRWV.US)$, scoring gains of 189.17% and 211.43% on two separate calls. As he put it: “Nothing but just crazy to watch 🙄🙄.” Read more>>

@MindOverMatter played the comeback crowd with a 43.33% win on an $AMC Entertainment (AMC.US)$ call—meme energy lives on! Read more>>

@The Warlock laid out a live portfolio snapshot while watching his $SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY.US)$ calls start to “print” at the open, part of a balanced strategy that included puts for insurance. From $Navitas Semiconductor (NVTS.US)$ to $GameStop (GME.US)$, his positions showed a strong grasp of sentiment and short-term setups. Read more>>

@101589513 rode the healthcare bounce with a 71.43% profit on a $UnitedHealth (UNH.US)$ call. Read more>>

📓 Trading diaries

@Prophet26 continued his impressive options challenge, turning just $232 into $138,264 by Day 16. Even after a loss, he remained focused on improving his entries and managing uncertainty. Read more>>

@kingsahibc wrapped up Day 1 with a $47.73 loss on a $SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY.US)$ put and shared an important reflection: short-term options are high-risk, and he’s pivoting to a lower-risk approach. A humble and valuable reminder that strategy evolves with experience. Read more>>

@Star light showed some Google love—and was rewarded with a $1,118 profit from a $Alphabet-A (GOOGL.US)$ call. Read more>>

@LPPL took the "opposite bet" with a $Alphabet-C (GOOG.US)$ sell put and walked away with a 78.33% gain, still contemplating whether to lock in or let it ride. Read more>>

@to_the_milkyway made a logic-defying move on $SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY.US)$ calls and pulled in a 126.19% return—sometimes market momentum speaks louder than analysis. Read more>>

@ballbuster grabbed a 125.38% profit on $SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY.US)$ calls. Read more>>

As we wrap up a week dominated by trade drama and a high-stakes earnings print from $NVIDIA (NVDA.US)$, markets now shift their focus to a lighter but still critical stretch of catalysts.

On the policy front, investors are watching closely for updates on U.S.-EU and U.S.-China tariff negotiations, with any progress—or setbacks—likely to sway sentiment in cyclical sectors like autos, semis, and retail. On the earnings calendar, the spotlight turns to software and discount retail, with $CrowdStrike (CRWD.US)$ and $Broadcom (AVGO.US)$ leading the charge.

But the real market mover may come on Friday, when the May Non-Farm Payrolls and Unemployment Rate drop. A significant miss or beat could reset expectations for Fed policy into the summer.

Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!

We’re a community of learners and strategists. As we head into another week, let’s continue to share and grow together:

💬 What lessons have you learned from last week’s market movements?

💬 Which strategies from our fellow mooers resonated with you?

💬 How are you positioning yourself this week?

🎁 Leave your answers below to earn 100 moo points!

🗓️ Before 23:59, June 8th (ET)

Want to know more about options?

Tap the banner below to join Option Playbook, where you could learn basic knowledge and trading insights from other mooers!

With the collective wisdom of the moomoo community and the tools at our disposal, we’re ready to tackle whatever comes our way. Let’s stay informed, trade smart, and make this week one to remember!

If you find this article useful, do not hesitate to tap ❤️, drop a 💬, and spread the wisdom! 🌟

Stay tuned for more, and happy trading! 🌟