2026-08-06 US Trading Journal — Maine
Key takeaways
- 284 closed trades, win rate 43.0%, expectancy +0.12% per trade.
- Profit factor 1.14 · avg win +2.23% vs avg loss -1.47% (R:R 1.52).
- Best +10.13% / worst -22.03% — every closed trade counted, losses included.
Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Closed trades | 284 (122W / 162L) |
| Win rate | 43.0% |
| Expectancy / trade | +0.12% |
| Profit factor | 1.14 |
| Avg win / avg loss | +2.23% / -1.47% |
| Best / worst | +10.13% / -22.03% |
Recap
The day’s activity saw 284 closed trades, resulting in a win rate of 43.0% and an expectancy of +0.12% per trade. The average winning trade appreciated by 2.23%, compared to an average loss of -1.47%. The performance range was quite broad, highlighted by a best outcome of +10.13% on WYNN and an absolute worst outcome of -22.03% on PODD. It was encouraging to see solid gains on names like IFF and LLY, which provided some bright spots in the overall flow 
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Observations on Outcomes
The disparity between the best and worst recorded outcomes suggests significant variance in the underlying market conditions encountered across the trading spectrum. The notable wins, such as the appreciation seen in WYNN, IFF, and LLY, indicate periods where the market structure supported positive momentum for those specific names. Conversely, the significant drawdowns observed on PODD, DVA, and CCI point to instances where the market moved sharply against the established positions, leading to notable capital reductions 
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Lessons from the Losses
The losses incurred on PODD, DVA, and CCI underscore the importance of managing exposure when underlying sector narratives shift rapidly. These outcomes suggest that while positive momentum can be captured effectively, the downside risk, when realized with conviction, can be substantial. It is clear that the market can quickly pivot, testing the resilience of positions that were previously showing strength 
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For Next Time
The overall positive expectancy, despite the range of outcomes, suggests that the framework captured some underlying positive drift in the US equity space. The process of navigating the wide dispersion between the best and worst trades provides a clear picture of the risk/reward profile inherent in the current environment. This historical review serves as a useful benchmark for assessing the consistency of realized gains versus the severity of realized losses 
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Notable trades (top 5 wins · top 5 losses)
| Result | Symbol | Buy | Sell | P&L | Held | Entry → Exit (KST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| win | Wynn Resorts, Limited(WYNN) | 98.34 | 108.30 | +10.13% | 22.1h | 08-05 00:30 → 08-05 22:35 |
| win | International Flavors & Fragran(IFF) | 80.69 | 87.59 | +8.55% | 19.2h | 08-05 04:20 → 08-05 23:35 |
| win | Eli Lilly and Company(LLY) | 1,115 | 1,210 | +8.52% | 44.7h | 08-04 01:55 → 08-05 22:35 |
| win | Newmont Corporation(NEM) | 97.30 | 104.70 | +7.61% | 24.2h | 08-05 00:00 → 08-06 00:10 |
| win | NVIDIA Corporation(NVDA) | 207.20 | 221.10 | +6.71% | 46.2h | 08-04 01:35 → 08-05 23:45 |
| loss | Insulet Corporation(PODD) | 166.60 | 129.90 | -22.03% | 20.1h | 08-05 02:30 → 08-05 22:35 |
| loss | DaVita Inc.(DVA) | 231.90 | 191.50 | -17.42% | 22.9h | 08-04 23:40 → 08-05 22:35 |
| loss | Crown Castle Inc.(CCI) | 77.55 | 71.80 | -7.41% | 44.9h | 08-04 02:50 → 08-05 23:45 |
| loss | Edison International(EIX) | 72.01 | 66.80 | -7.24% | 44.7h | 08-04 01:55 → 08-05 22:35 |
| loss | American Tower Corporation (REI(AMT) | 175.20 | 164.10 | -6.34% | 20.6h | 08-05 03:10 → 08-05 23:45 |
Full data — all 284 closed trades: CSV download · or query live via OneQAZ MCP.
Related
- All-time track record: /track-record/all-time/
As of 2026-08-06 (KST).
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