2026-07-30 US Trading Journal — Maine
Key takeaways
- 299 closed trades, win rate 33.4%, expectancy -0.61% per trade.
- Profit factor 0.51 · avg win +1.86% vs avg loss -1.84% (R:R 1.01).
- Best +13.91% / worst -12.93% — every closed trade counted, losses included.
Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Closed trades | 299 (100W / 199L) |
| Win rate | 33.4% |
| Expectancy / trade | -0.61% |
| Profit factor | 0.51 |
| Avg win / avg loss | +1.86% / -1.84% |
| Best / worst | +13.91% / -12.93% |
Recap
The day’s closed activity showed a mixed outcome. Out of the 299 trades concluded, the win rate settled at 33.4%. The average profit realized on winning trades was approximately +1.86%, while the average loss incurred on losing trades was -1.84%. The profit factor registered at 0.51, indicating that the magnitude of losses slightly outweighed the gains across the recorded trades. Notable positive returns were seen in GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. (+13.91%) and Amphenol Corporation (APH) (+9.11%). Conversely, significant drawdowns were observed, particularly with Lennox International, Inc. (LII) (-12.93%) and Vertiv Holdings, LLC (VRT) (-9.72%). 
Observations
The performance metrics suggest that the average loss size is closely tracking the average win size, which is a point of note. The best recorded gain of +13.91% contrasts sharply with the worst loss of -12.93%. This spread indicates that while substantial upside capture was possible, the downside risk materialized with significant weight. The overall expectancy of -0.61% per trade suggests that the aggregate results were negative for the period analyzed. 
For Next Time
The losses, specifically those involving LII, VRT, and KLAC, highlight instances where the market moved against the established positions with considerable force. These outcomes underscore the difficulty in maintaining positive expectancy when the loss magnitude exceeds the average gain realized. It is clear that the depth of the drawdowns observed requires careful consideration when assessing the risk profile of the underlying names. 
Notable trades (top 5 wins · top 5 losses)
| Result | Symbol | Buy | Sell | P&L | Held | Entry → Exit (KST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| win | GE HealthCare Technologies Inc.(GEHC) | 61.99 | 70.61 | +13.91% | 45.8h | 07-28 00:50 → 07-29 22:35 |
| win | Amphenol Corporation(APH) | 143.80 | 156.90 | +9.11% | 20.8h | 07-29 01:45 → 07-29 22:35 |
| win | Fortinet, Inc.(FTNT) | 144.40 | 153.00 | +5.96% | 3.2h | 07-30 01:40 → 07-30 04:55 |
| win | Corning Incorporated(GLW) | 119.40 | 125.60 | +5.19% | 23.7h | 07-29 00:50 → 07-30 00:30 |
| win | APA Corporation(APA) | 34.41 | 36.11 | +4.94% | 23.2h | 07-29 01:45 → 07-30 00:55 |
| loss | Lennox International, Inc.(LII) | 536.60 | 467.20 | -12.93% | 19.8h | 07-29 02:45 → 07-29 22:35 |
| loss | Vertiv Holdings, LLC(VRT) | 267.60 | 241.60 | -9.72% | 20.9h | 07-29 01:40 → 07-29 22:35 |
| loss | KLA Corporation(KLAC) | 191.00 | 175.00 | -8.38% | 23.4h | 07-29 00:50 → 07-30 00:15 |
| loss | Smurfit WestRock plc(SW) | 51.04 | 47.21 | -7.50% | 18.4h | 07-29 04:10 → 07-29 22:35 |
| loss | NXP Semiconductors N.V.(NXPI) | 263.40 | 244.80 | -7.06% | 45.6h | 07-28 02:35 → 07-30 00:10 |
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As of 2026-07-30 (KST).
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