Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG) had a big day yesterday…
After reporting an earnings beat after the close on Wednesday evening, the stock went vertical, gaining over 6%.
Here’s the Wall Street Journal headline:
GOOG’s revenue was off the charts, all due to AI…
And earlier this week, NVDA broke through $5 trillion in market value…
Why?
Again, AI.
AI usage is exploding, and so are the costs to maintain it. Every major tech company is paying billions in “AI Tolls” to access the AI Superhighway.
Now it’s your turn to be the toll collector!
You can now set up a virtual tollbooth inside your brokerage accounts, giving you a cut of this growing cash stream.
The “AI Tolls” opportunity is one of the fastest-growing plays in the entire market, and it’s still flying under the radar…
That is, until February 16, 2026, when I expect a major press release from the company at the center of it all.
Those who move before that happens stand to gain the most.
Luckily, I’ve already done the legwork for you…
Watch my video below to take advantage of one of the greatest trading opportunities AI has to offer!
Many of you see the big names like GOOG and NVDA making moves, and you’re sitting there thinking, “How am I supposed to take advantage of this without a giant account?”
I hear you!
It’s a common feeling, especially for traders working with smaller accounts. You’re focused on fast-moving setups, penny stocks, and building consistency.
However, when the broader market heats up and the big caps start pushing, FOMO sets in…
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The Underrated Tool That Levels the Playing Field
You’ve heard me talk about penny stocks, day trades, swing trades, and building solid watchlists.
But when it comes to trading big names with a small account, there’s one strategy that deserves your attention…
Options trading.
Now, before you roll your eyes and think that sounds too complicated, stick with me.
I’m not talking about iron condors or advanced multi-leg spreads. I’m talking about simple call and put options, the kind of trades that mirror the chart setups you already know: breakouts, support levels, volume surges, and more.
Think of it like this…
Say you’re watching Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA). The chart looks solid, the setup is there, and you want in. The problem is, the stock’s trading at $450 a share, and buying 100 shares would cost you $45,000.
That’s not at all realistic for most traders.
But what if you could control those 100 shares for less than $100?
That’s what an options contract lets you do.
Real Leverage, Real Risk Management
Here’s how it works:
One options contract gives you control over 100 shares. If TSLA calls are trading at $1, that means you’ll pay a total to control those 100 shares, not $45,000.
If the stock makes a solid 2% move in your favor, that option can quickly spike in value.
And if it goes the other way?
Your loss is capped. You already know your max risk before you even enter the trade. That means no surprises, no margin calls, and no blown-up accounts.
That’s why I like this approach. It gives you exposure to larger moves while keeping risk in check.
Think of It Like Real Estate…
Let’s say there’s a $500,000 house, and you believe it’ll go up in value.
You don’t want to buy the whole house, but you’re willing to pay $5,000 to secure the option to buy it within the next six months.
If the house goes up in value to $600,000, you’re sitting on a massive return, all from a small upfront investment.
The same principle applies to options.
You’re controlling an asset, whether it’s a stock like Alphabet, Tesla, or Microsoft, for a fraction of the cost, with the chance to benefit from big moves.
My Final Thoughts…
If you’re growing a small account, penny stocks and day trades still offer amazing opportunities. However, that doesn’t mean you have to ignore the broader market or miss out on the momentum in large-cap stocks.
The beauty of the options approach is that it’s not some complicated strategy filled with financial jargon.
You’re still analyzing charts, looking for breakouts, spotting key support and resistance, just like you would with penny stocks or any other trade…
The market will always offer opportunities. You only need to find a strategy that fits your account, your goals, and your lifestyle.
And if you’re ready to explore a smarter way to trade big names without a big account, this might just be the shift you’ve been looking for.
Have a great weekend, everyone. See you back here on Monday.
Tim Bohen
Lead Trainer, StocksToTrade
P.S.
Wanna trade OTC stocks? Read this first.
Knowing the best trade setups ups your odds for success.
If you’re’re not doing this before hitting “buy,” you’re just gambling.