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Trading Recap Focus Video
In this video, we walk traders through a Baltimore Chop setup in Dave & Buster’s (PLAY), breaking down the trade logic step-by-step. It’s a real-time example from a morning trading session, designed to help students in the Income Trading Academy—and those preparing for Boot Camp—sharpen their pattern recognition and execution skills.
You’ll learn how Adrian identified the entry at $18.51, how he set his stops and targets using pivot levels, and why having a clear rationale for every level on your chart is crucial. He also shares a key lesson from a trailing stop misstep, reinforcing how critical trade management is during volatile, fast-moving setups.
Market Highlights
Today's Trading Recap
Market Recap – April 8, 2025
Markets started the day strong, with major indices posting significant early gains fueled by optimism around trade negotiations. However, that momentum reversed sharply midday following the announcement of steep new tariffs on Chinese imports. The White House confirmed that 104% tariffs would take effect at midnight, triggering a wave of selling across the board.
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Dow Jones Industrial Average: After surging over 1,400 points in the morning, the Dow reversed course and closed down nearly 400 points.
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S&P 500: Gave up earlier strength to end the day down 1.7%.
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Nasdaq Composite: Led the losses with a 2.2% decline, weighed down by selling in tech giants like Apple and Tesla.
The sudden policy shift spooked investors, raising concerns about an escalating trade war and potential retaliation from China. Despite the broader pullback, cruise lines and health insurers bucked the trend and closed higher on positive developments in Medicare Advantage reimbursement rates.
Treasury yields climbed, with the 10-year note rising to 4.25%, while oil prices slipped on fears of slowed global demand due to trade tensions.
The day served as a sharp reminder of how quickly sentiment can shift, especially in a headline-driven environment. Investors are urged to remain cautious and prioritize risk management in this volatile market climate.
Today's War Room Opportunities
April 8, 2025
| Plan | Symbol | Position | Entry | Stop | Target | Exit | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manz 2SD Gaps | PLAY | Short | 18.54 | 18.97 | 18.01 | 18.01 | 0.53 |
| Manz 2SD Gaps | NUE | Short | 109.50 | 110.07 | 108.10 | 108.1 | 1.4 |
| Manz Vol Bandz LIVE | TSLA | Short | 249.72 | 250.25 | 247.00 | 247.00 | 2.72 |
| Manz Vol Bandz LIVE | TSLA | Short | 246.01 | 247.00 | 243.77 | 243.77 | 2.24 |
| Manz Vol Bandz LIVE | TSLA | Long | 230.67 | 229.67 | 231.68 | 231.68 | 1.01 |
| Total Per Share Traded | 7.9 | ||||||
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