#108 Alpha Score 85.8

Steve Sosnick

Chief Strategist, Interactive Brokers
@SteveSosnick · tracked since Mar 2026
108
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Alpha Score 85.8
Calls 5 89 Posts tracked · 1.0/day
Calls
7d 0
30d 0
90d 5
Best Calls
MU long +171.8%
USO long +29.7%
VOO long +15.2%
Worst Calls
SPY short -11.1%
Most Mentioned
SPY ×2
MU ×1
XLE ×1
Recent Calls
SPY short 1 month ago
VOO long 2 months ago
MU long 2 months ago
Win Rate 80% Long 4 Short 1
Win Rate
7d 40%
30d 80%
90d —
Average Return +41.9% Long Return +55.1% Short Return -11.1%
Average Return
7d -1.4%
30d +11.1%
90d —
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SPY SPDR S&P... SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
Short
Apr 10
$679.85
-11.1%
S&P 500 could fall to 6,500.
Steve Sosnick has a $6,500 year-end target for the S&P 500, citing historical weakness in midterm election years and the tendency for markets to test new Federal Reserve chairs as key risks.
Macro
YOUTUBE
MU Micron T... Micron Technology, Inc.
Long
Mar 24
$391.96
+171.8%
Steve Sosnick stated that Micron was the most active stock on their platform after it got hit post-earnings, and people rushed in to buy. This aggressive dip-buying behavior indicates strong investor interest and optimism towards Micron following the pullback. LONG direction as the buying activity suggests positive sentiment and potential upside based on market behavior. If the fundamental reasons for the pullback persist or worsen, or if broader market conditions deteriorate.
Steve Sosnick stated that Micron was the most active stock on their platform after it got hit post-earnings, and people rushed in to buy. This aggressive dip-buying behavior indicates strong investor interest and optimism towards Micron following the pullback. LONG direction as the buying activity suggests positive sentiment and potential upside based on market behavior. If the fundamental reasons for the pullback persist or worsen, or if broader market conditions deteriorate.
AI/Semi
YOUTUBE
VOO Vanguard... Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
Long
Mar 24
$602.65
+15.2%
Steve Sosnick observed that a lot of people are buying VOO, which indicates investors see it as a longer-term possibility. VOO represents the S&P 500, and increased buying suggests confidence in the broad market's long-term prospects, contrasting with SPY used by traders. LONG for long-term investment, as the activity points to sustained investor interest in the market index. A significant market downturn or shift in economic outlook that reduces investor confidence.
Steve Sosnick observed that a lot of people are buying VOO, which indicates investors see it as a longer-term possibility. VOO represents the S&P 500, and increased buying suggests confidence in the broad market's long-term prospects, contrasting with SPY used by traders. LONG for long-term investment, as the activity points to sustained investor interest in the market index. A significant market downturn or shift in economic outlook that reduces investor confidence.
Macro
YOUTUBE
USO United S... United States Oil Fund
Long
Mar 06
$108.77
+29.7%
WTI Crude has broken $90/barrel, the highest since late 2023. The Strait of Hormuz is blocked due to the war with Iran. The conflict is entering "Week 2" with no resolution. Military analysts (Abrams) suggest it will take at least two more weeks to clear the Strait of mines/fast boats. Supply is physically constrained while the war premium escalates. Long Energy as a hedge against geopolitical escalation and sticky inflation. A sudden ceasefire or diplomatic resolution crashes the war premium.
WTI Crude has broken $90/barrel, the highest since late 2023. The Strait of Hormuz is blocked due to the war with Iran. The conflict is entering "Week 2" with no resolution. Military analysts (Abrams) suggest it will take at least two more weeks to clear the Strait of mines/fast boats. Supply is physically constrained while the war premium escalates. Long Energy as a hedge against geopolitical escalation and sticky inflation. A sudden ceasefire or diplomatic resolution crashes the war premium.
Energy
YOUTUBE
XLE Energy S... Energy Select Secto...
Long
Mar 06
$56.57
+3.8%
WTI Crude has broken $90/barrel, the highest since late 2023. The Strait of Hormuz is blocked due to the war with Iran. The conflict is entering "Week 2" with no resolution. Military analysts (Abrams) suggest it will take at least two more weeks to clear the Strait of mines/fast boats. Supply is physically constrained while the war premium escalates. Long Energy as a hedge against geopolitical escalation and sticky inflation. A sudden ceasefire or diplomatic resolution crashes the war premium.
WTI Crude has broken $90/barrel, the highest since late 2023. The Strait of Hormuz is blocked due to the war with Iran. The conflict is entering "Week 2" with no resolution. Military analysts (Abrams) suggest it will take at least two more weeks to clear the Strait of mines/fast boats. Supply is physically constrained while the war premium escalates. Long Energy as a hedge against geopolitical escalation and sticky inflation. A sudden ceasefire or diplomatic resolution crashes the war premium.
Energy
YOUTUBE
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