Chris Tyler

Chris Tyler

InvestorPlace Contributor

Chris Tyler, a Wall Street veteran of more than 20 years, began his career in the financial markets working on the trading floor of the AMEX in New York as an equity option market maker at Interactive Brokers’ floor trading unit Timber Hill LLC.

After moving to San Francisco to make markets on the P-Coast exchange during the dot-com craze and spending nearly a decade working in names like Philip Morris, Seagate and Compaq, Chris hung up his smock and trading badge, but not his passion for options and the markets.

Since exiting the floor, and for the better part of the past dozen years, Chris has worked as an option and market strategist, writing analyses for Trading Markets, Charles Schwab subsidiary Optionetics and as a featured columnist at Investor’s Business Daily.

Aside from offering his trading insights at InvestorPlace.com, Chris is currently studying for his Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor (APMA) designation, manages investments for closely held accounts and offers his services as an investment strategist to GLJ Advisors, a CA based RIA.

Chris, his wife and blue heeler live in the Pacific NW. And if you can’t follow him around in your own VW Vanagon or Westfalia, feel free to follow him on Twitter via @Options_CAT.

Recent Articles

Here’s How to Profit From the Breakout in Arista Networks

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

ANET stock has a lot going for it off and on the price chart, but investors may want to position using a bull call spread for stronger risk-adjusted returns

The Best Way to Secure Gains in Viacom Stock Now

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

In an uncertain operating environment, a modified fence options strategy is akin to wedded bliss for Viacom (VIAB) stock bulls.

More Reasons to Like Momo Stock Today!

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

Following a terrific all-around earnings report, it’s time to try a longer-term bull call spread in MOMO stock.

Gaming Stocks: How to Trade a Downtrodden EA and ATVI

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

Both Activision and Electronic Arts have suffered of late from overblown near-term fears. Here's how you can trade ATVI and EA stock with minimal risk and profit from Wall Street's cowardice.

Apple Stock Is Ready for a Turn Lower

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

Apple's been on a tear lately, but now AAPL stock is ready for some profit-taking. Here's how to capitalize on Apple's impending spiral downward.

Walmart Stock Is a Guilt-Free Buy Today With This Play

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

The doubters were wrong about Walmart, but for price-sensitive investors wanting to buy WMT stock, buying this bullish options combination makes more sense.

A Prime Deal for AMZN Stock Traders

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

Amazon looks great off the chart, but the overly-friendly price action in AMZN stock means a bear-to-bull options spread that won’t pinch the bank account is looking more attractive than ever.

Two Hot Mid-Cap E-commerce Plays to Consider Now

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

The e-commerce space has some big names in it already, but relative newcomers Etsy and Stitch Fix are worth a look for those who are interested in getting into the space.

How to Trade Spotify Stock After Today’s Gain

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

Spotify continues to lay down a slow and steady track on the price chart that’s well-suited for a bullish long butterfly and credit put spread combination.

It’s Not Too Late to Buy Twilio Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor

Don’t let an overbought condition and volatility stand in your way of getting long TWLO stock, but you can use this play for safety.

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