“Markets like to test both wings before they fly.
Let them show direction first, then follow the wind — never guess which way the plane will turn.”
Grandma takes a neutral seat before the bell as SPX and SPY rest near key balance levels.
She’s watching how the morning unfolds before deciding which runway the market chooses.
🧭 Market Context
Good morning traders,
Before the market opens, Grandma is watching both SPX and its little cousin SPY move quietly in their overnight range.
SPX futures are circling near 6 870–6 880, while SPY trades around 686–688.
Buyers have shown interest just below those marks, but there’s also a thin ceiling overhead around 6 895–6 905 (SPY ≈ 689–690).
This tells Grandma one thing — the pilots are lining up their flight paths, but the tower hasn’t given the take-off signal yet.
🕒 Before the Bell
Grandma never makes her move until she sees what the first 15 minutes of real volume bring.
She’ll watch:
- The first push after 9 : 35 AM ET — does it hold above 6 870 / 687?
- Reaction near 6 895 / 689–690 — do sellers appear, or does price glide through?
- Whether volume expands or fades — this tells her if the flight is real or just taxiing.
Until then, she stays buckled in with her coffee — no bias, no rush.
📈 What She’s Watching
| Level | SPX | SPY | What It Means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support Zone | 6 860 – 6 870 | 686 – 687 | Runway where buyers usually defend |
| Mid-Magnet Area | 6 885 – 6 895 | 689 – 690 | Morning balance point / decision zone |
| Extension Ceiling | 6 905 – 6 915 | 691 – 692 | If price lifts and holds here, trend day possible |
| Warning Zone | < 6 855 | < 685 | If broken, expect choppy downside air pockets |
☕ Grandma’s Note
🧩 Summary
- Grandma is neutral into the open.
- She’ll choose her bias only after price confirms above 6 895 (SPY ≈ 690) or below 6 855 (SPY ≈ 685).
⚖️ Educational Disclaimer
This outlook is for educational discussion only.
It is not financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security.
Trading involves risk, and everyone should use their own judgment and risk management before entering a position.