The negative funding signal you spotted is a classic indicator of a crowded short side and having the conviction to act on it with DTE calls of IBIT shows you are willing to step outside your usual approach when the probabilities lean heavily in your favor. That flexibility is often what separates good traders from great ones.
Your thinking on MARA and BITF is also interesting. Being willing to take assignment and hold naked shares ahead of a potential catalyst like the Clarity Act deadline could put you in a strong position especially if sentiment turns positive in the sector. The key will be staying nimble if the news does not materialize so covered calls serve as your fallback to protect downside.
The negative funding signal you spotted is a classic indicator of a crowded short side and having the conviction to act on it with DTE calls of IBIT shows you are willing to step outside your usual approach when the probabilities lean heavily in your favor. That flexibility is often what separates good traders from great ones.
Your thinking on MARA and BITF is also interesting. Being willing to take assignment and hold naked shares ahead of a potential catalyst like the Clarity Act deadline could put you in a strong position especially if sentiment turns positive in the sector. The key will be staying nimble if the news does not materialize so covered calls serve as your fallback to protect downside.