Tyler Craig

Tales of a Technician

Tyler Craig has been helping individuals learn how to trade as an elite instructor and personal mentor for the past 15 years. Nearly a decade ago, he joined the Chartered Market Technician’s Association and obtained the CMT designation. He specializes in derivatives trading and seeks to help others unlock the power of options trading.

In 2015, Tyler joined Tackle Trading to help bring premium investing education to the public. He has since created multiple trading systems, including Cash Flow Condors and the Bear Market Survival Guide. Every week he pens insightful articles for his two blogs: Tales of a Technician and Options Theory.

Recent Articles

ABX Stock’s Bottoming Pattern Looks Golden

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Feb 20, 2015

The price chart of ABX stock boasts a trio of compelling developments that the bulls should find attractive. You can double your investment in two months with this options trade.

How to ‘Like’ FB Stock With an Options Trade

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Feb 19, 2015

If Thursday's pop is any indication, perhaps Facebook is ready to start rockin' and rollin' again. Capitalize with an options play on FB stock.

FCX: Mine for Money in Freeport McMoran Stock

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Feb 19, 2015

FCX stock is up about 25% in the last few weeks, but it's unclear if the struggling stock is finding new life or is poised for a fall. Cover your bases with short strangles.

USO: Join the Bulls’ Charge Back Into Oil

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Feb 18, 2015

The bulls have established a foothold in the United States Oil Fund LP (ETF), and option premiums remain expensive. Use puts to profit in USO.

DDD Stock Beckons Bottom Fishers

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Feb 17, 2015

DDD is scheduled to report earnings Feb. 26. While its upcoming earnings release is sure to add some fireworks to the mix, the recent action in the stock provides enough promise to keep the bulls interested.