SPY

SPY
$771.10 +0.66% As of Aug 27, 9:01 PM
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Trade Idea

Strategy
Bull Call
Strikes
$680/681
Expiration
May 22
Target ROI
100.0%
Trade Reasoning
The current technical indicators for SPY signal a strong bullish trend, with the MACD positive and rising, supported by short-term EMAs that are also positive and trending upwards. This combination of factors indicates a favorable entry point as the stock is poised for further gains. By using an ATM Bull Call Spread with strikes at $680 and $681, we capitalize on this upward momentum while limiting our risk exposure, as the spread structure allows for an attractive risk/reward profile with potential high returns relative to the small losses we manage through disciplined exit strategies. Maya's edge comes from disciplined trade management—knowing when to exit is just as important as when to enter. Subscribe to get real-time open and close alerts that take the guesswork out of trading.
Bullish Factors
MACD Positive and Rising.
• Short-term EMAs are positive.
• Short-term EMAs are rising.

Technical Analysis

EMA Crossover Fuels SPY Move to $771.10

Bullish
Aug 27, 2026 at 9:01 PM $771.10 (+0.66%)

The stock of SPY (SPY) climbed 0.66% to close at $771.10 on August 27.

The technical picture is bullish:

Momentum RSI at 58.4 is in neutral territory but trending higher. MACD is bearish (4.25 vs signal 5.30).
Moving Averages Price trades above the 9-day EMA ($767.49) with a bullish stack. The 21-day EMA at $764.46 provides support.
Volatility Bollinger Band width at 3.5% indicates low volatility.

The bullish trend is intact, but fading MACD momentum suggest waiting for a pullback.

Technical levels: $754.66 support, $781.54 resistance.

SPY MACD Death Cross Forms at $766.08

Bearish
Aug 27, 2026 at 12:14 AM $766.08 (+0.03%)

Shares of SPY (SPY) held steady at $766.08 on August 27.

The technical picture is mixed:

Moving Averages Moving averages are converging near $766.59 (9-day) and $763.79 (21-day), signaling indecision.
Momentum RSI at 54.2 is neutral but improving. MACD reads 4.18 against its 5.56 signal line (bearish).
Volatility Bollinger Band width at 4.6% indicates low volatility.
Key levels to watch: Support at $749.03, Resistance at $784.23.

SPY Momentum Tide Turns Negative at $766.08

Bearish
Aug 26, 2026 at 9:01 PM $766.08 (+0.03%)

Bearish Divergence Emerges for SPY at $765.91

Bearish
Aug 25, 2026 at 9:01 PM $765.91 (+0.32%)

MACD Warns of SPY Weakness at $763.47

Bearish
Aug 24, 2026 at 9:01 PM $763.47 (-0.30%)
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Key Stats

Entry Price $0.50
Max Profit $0.50
Max Loss $0.50
Days to Exp -97
Trade Date Apr 13, 2026
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only. Options trading involves substantial risk. Past performance does not guarantee future results.