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How Day Traders Can Trade the Nasdaq-100 Rebalancing for SpaceX
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SpaceX is joining the Nasdaq-100 in a fast-tracked process that will trigger massive forced buying from ETFs and index funds. With the Nasdaq down 3.3% over the past five days and the VIX spiking to 18.41, volatility is elevated. Lucas and Luna break down exactly how day traders can position for the rebalance: the expected share count, the ETF flow mechanics, the gamma implications, and the specific time window to watch. They walk through a concrete trade plan using the Invesco QQQ Trust as a proxy, discussing entry timing, position sizing, and risk management. Plus, they address the CFTC's Polymarket investigation and what that means for event-driven traders. This episode gives active traders a clear, actionable framework for trading one of the biggest index rebalancing events of the year.