2025-12-19 · 4 min read
A qualitative run-through of every trade from 2025-12-19: setups, thought process, and outcomes.
The day kicked off with AZI, where I spotted a potential sub VWAP trap. My first entry was at 2.27, and I got a solid move, exiting at 2.62 for a P&L of +$1465. The tape showed buyers stepping in as it bounced off the 1m9 near 2.33, which set the stage for this move. It’s always nice when a setup plays out as anticipated, and this one had the right flow early on.
However, I quickly got into trouble with AZI again, taking another long at 3.14. The entry was extended above the 1m9 and 5m9 levels, and I thought I could catch a reclaim. Unfortunately, it didn’t hold, and I exited at 3.03 for a loss of -$456. The sellers were aggressive, pushing the stock back down, and I should have cut it quicker.
I tried to re-enter AZI again at 3.11, hoping for another bounce, but it dropped and I exited at 2.87 for a loss of -$1593. This was a case where the tape just wasn’t cooperating, and I let myself get caught in the chop. The earlier momentum had faded, and I should have recognized that sooner.
Mid-morning brought a shift with INFY, where I saw an opportunity for another sub VWAP trap. My initial entry was at 27.05, and this one worked nicely, allowing me to exit at 28.40 for a gain of +$542. The volume picked up, and the bids were holding strong, indicating a solid reversal was in play here.
I then looked at LAZR, which had a washout setup. My first entry was at 0.4783, and it bounced back nicely, letting me exit at 0.4993 for a profit of +$504. This one had a good pullback and held near the 1m9 level, which gave me the confidence to take the trade.
However, I gave some back on LAZR later in the day, entering at 0.4468. The tape was showing signs of weakness, and I had to cut it at 0.4390, resulting in a loss of -$340. The earlier strength didn’t follow through, and I should’ve been more cautious with my timing.
Late in the afternoon, I found NBY and entered at 5.78 for a parabolic squeeze. The move felt strong, and I managed to exit at 5.89 for a gain of +$374. The stock had good volume and momentum, and it felt like the right play at the time.
But then I hit a wall with NBY, entering at 6.24 on a washout long. The stock didn’t hold, and I had to get out at 5.73, which cost me -$5387. This was a tough blow, as the trade didn’t perform as expected. The sellers were heavy, and I got caught in a downtrend that I should have avoided.
I tried to make a comeback with LAZR again, entering at 0.5159 on a bull flag setup. Unfortunately, it didn’t hold, and I exited at 0.4870 for a loss of -$1374. The earlier momentum faded, and I was left holding the bag as the sellers took control.
What I did well: I identified good setups early on with AZI and INFY. What I did poorly: I let the AZI trades get away from me and failed to react to the tape on NBY.
Trading grade: C+ — I executed well on some entries, but the follow-through was lacking, and I let losses accumulate on poor trades.
Looking to reset and refine my approach tomorrow.
Trade charts
Selected notable trades (by P&L) with time-of-day vs price (entry → exit).
LAZR 15:15:37 – 15:26:02 — P&L $-1374.42
NBY 15:03:08 – 15:12:58 — P&L $-5387.11
INFY 10:21:23 – 10:21:32 — P&L $+541.78
AZI 09:54:07 – 09:57:28 — P&L $-1592.85
AZI 09:31:00 – 09:37:39 — P&L $+1464.78