Bob Lang - Explosive Options
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Markets try to extend gains in January at the halfway mark - read the 1/15 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 15, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are bouncing back this morning with a strong bid, we’ll see if it holds. Oil prices are down sharply as President Trump allays fears of an attack on Iran. We’ll see where this ...
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January 15, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Markets try to extend gains in January at the halfway mark - read the 1/15 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Eli Lilly is our chart of the week for 1/14 — watch it here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Eli Lilly And Co: Chart Analysis - Explosive Options
Chart of the Week: Eli Lilly Hey everyone. Happy Wednesday. It’s time for our chart of the week, and we’re gonna be focusing on big pharmaceutical company, Eli Lilly; LLY is the symbol. Stock’s been u...
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January 14, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Eli Lilly is our chart of the week for 1/14 — watch it here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Uncertainty reigns this week but a holiday weekend awaits, read the 1/14 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 14, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are pushing lower again as the seasonal bearish trends take hold, and some profit-taking hits the market. Overall, this seems to be a modest pullback within a bigger uptrend. E...
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January 14, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Uncertainty reigns this week but a holiday weekend awaits, read the 1/14 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
awaiting CPI, bank earnings -— read the 1/13 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 13, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are down modestly this morning as the markets prepare to hear about inflation last month with the CPI released and the kickoff of earnings with banks and Delta. Interest Rates ...
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January 13, 2026 at 12:23 PM
awaiting CPI, bank earnings -— read the 1/13 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
options trading habits, by Bob Lang. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
These Options Trading Habits Support Success - Explosive Options
I looked back on what I learned in 2025 and where I can improve, and noted that these options trading habits supported my success.
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January 12, 2026 at 6:42 PM
options trading habits, by Bob Lang. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
pushing through the noise as bank earnings are in focus this week, read the 1/12 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 12, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are getting hammered this morning as the markets respond to a report there is a criminal investigation underway into the Fed and Chair Powell. Also, plenty of uncertainty on th...
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January 12, 2026 at 1:03 PM
pushing through the noise as bank earnings are in focus this week, read the 1/12 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
December labor report in focus, read the 1/9 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 9, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are mixed this morning, coming off their highs of the session as the market awaits the final labor report of 2025. Expectations are for something similar to November though it ...
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January 9, 2026 at 12:50 PM
December labor report in focus, read the 1/9 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
stock traders in a sour mood? just need some good news to shake the cobwebs off, read the 1/8 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 8, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Stocks are soft this morning after a good surge to start the week, the buyers are missing in action. That’s fine, we have to expect some giveback after the market shows high complacency. we s...
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January 8, 2026 at 11:59 AM
stock traders in a sour mood? just need some good news to shake the cobwebs off, read the 1/8 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
chart of the week is up, first of 2026. $ROKU. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Roku Inc: Chart Analysis - Explosive Options
Roku is up nicely from the lows of last summer. Bob analyzes recent action and where the stock could go next (hint: new all time highs).
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January 7, 2026 at 2:08 PM
chart of the week is up, first of 2026. $ROKU. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Traders/investors await some important data - read the 1/7 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 7, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are again mixed with the Industrials rising modestly but the SPX 500 and Nasdaq down a touch. Volatility is on the rise, up about 2% or so before the opening bell, we’ll have s...
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January 7, 2026 at 12:18 PM
Traders/investors await some important data - read the 1/7 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
the calm before the storm? SCR failed but January is more important. Read the 1/6 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 6, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are mixed this morning with Nasdaq in the green but other indices slightly in the red. After Monday’s sharp move up we could expect to see a bit of easing by the buyers, especi...
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January 6, 2026 at 12:20 PM
the calm before the storm? SCR failed but January is more important. Read the 1/6 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
active trading vs passive investing, by Bob Lang. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
The Argument for an Active Trading Strategy - Explosive Options
The markets were up for a third straight year. But can an active trading strategy beat the returns of a passive one? Bob Lang investigates.
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January 5, 2026 at 7:33 PM
active trading vs passive investing, by Bob Lang. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
first full week of trading starts today, last day of the SCR - read the 1/5 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 5, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are trading higher this morning as we start the first full week of trading in 2026. This is also the last day of the Santa Claus Rally Period, we would have to see a 50 handle ...
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January 5, 2026 at 12:39 PM
first full week of trading starts today, last day of the SCR - read the 1/5 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
first day of trade in 2026 is here --- Will the bulls still see Santa Claus? Read the 1/2 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - January 2, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are rallying smartly today as it appears the first day of trade in 2026 will start off on a positive note. This being Friday however means that some selling is going to take pl...
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January 2, 2026 at 1:19 PM
first day of trade in 2026 is here --- Will the bulls still see Santa Claus? Read the 1/2 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
last trading day of the year, make it count! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 31, 2025 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are weaker and may open up lower this morning. This would be the fourth day in a row with a poor start and if we close down on the session it will be the first time in 58 years...
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December 31, 2025 at 12:34 PM
last trading day of the year, make it count! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Bulls looking for a turnaround tuesday, will they get it? Read the 12/30 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 30, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are slow to get moving today but the bulls are hoping for a turnaround Tuesday. Stocks were hit modestly Monday after a low volatility hangover. The VIX just got low enough for...
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December 30, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Bulls looking for a turnaround tuesday, will they get it? Read the 12/30 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
reflect on your successes and where you need to improve for a strong 2026, by Bob Lang explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Questions to Help You Reflect on Options Trading Success - Explosive Options
As we close out another year, it is a good time to reflect on options trading success. These questions will set you up for a great new year.
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December 29, 2025 at 4:36 PM
reflect on your successes and where you need to improve for a strong 2026, by Bob Lang explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Will the markets stumble into year end or finish with a flurry? Read the 12/29 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 29, 2026 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are down a bit this morning as we are in the middle of the Santa Claus Rally period. So far so good for the bulls however five days remain to see if the indicator is on track. ...
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December 29, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Will the markets stumble into year end or finish with a flurry? Read the 12/29 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Post Xmas hangover, but the markets will be available all day long! Read the 12/26 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 26, 2025 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are slow to get going, slightly down on this day after Christmas. It is a full day of trading but it could be rather slow, volatility is higher as expected post holiday session...
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December 26, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Post Xmas hangover, but the markets will be available all day long! Read the 12/26 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Happy Xmas Eve! Markets open only a half day, read the 12/24 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 24, 2025 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are slightly lower on this Xmas eve. It is a short day of trading but could have some powerful punches during the session. Precious metals and oil are mvoing up, technology sha...
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December 24, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Happy Xmas Eve! Markets open only a half day, read the 12/24 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Big rally to start the week, today we might stall out — read the 12/23 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 23, 2025 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are slightly lower this morning as buyers ease up following the strong showing on Monday. It’s not unusual to see a ‘turnaround tuesday’ following a big move up on a Monday, ju...
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December 23, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Big rally to start the week, today we might stall out — read the 12/23 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
will Santa Claus aid the bullish rally in 2025, by Bob Lang explosiveoptions.net/stock-market...
Will We Have a Santa Claus Rally in 2025? - Explosive Options
Investors and traders are eager to see if there will be a Santa Claus Rally in 2025. Here is what the technicals are saying.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:50 PM
will Santa Claus aid the bullish rally in 2025, by Bob Lang explosiveoptions.net/stock-market...
Starting the last couple of trading weeks of the year, can the bulls pull off a new high by year end? Read the 12/22 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 22, 2025 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are strong, rallying sharply as the indices look to start Xmas week on the right foot. We’ll have a shortened week of trading, half session Wednesday as the market is closed Th...
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December 22, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Starting the last couple of trading weeks of the year, can the bulls pull off a new high by year end? Read the 12/22 blast here! explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
market volatility is going to kick in today, so is the volume on triple witching expiration! Read the 12/19 blast here. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 19, 2025 - Explosive Options
The Fuse Equity futures are up modestly on this triple witching Friday. Options, options on futures and index options expire today. We are likely to see a heavy volume print end of day and some volati...
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December 19, 2025 at 1:13 PM
market volatility is going to kick in today, so is the volume on triple witching expiration! Read the 12/19 blast here. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
CPI for November is on tap, could give us clues to fed policy in the short term, read the 12/18 blast here. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...
Market Blast - December 18, 2025 - Explosive Options
The Fuse After four down sessions in a row and moderately higher volatility the bulls are trying to regain control. Futures are up nicely but off their best levels of the day, Micron earnings last nig...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:49 PM
CPI for November is on tap, could give us clues to fed policy in the short term, read the 12/18 blast here. explosiveoptions.net/options-trad...