Compare Nasdaq & S&P 500 ETF returns (QLD, SSO, SCHD, JEPI) in Feb 2026. Analysis of leverage vs. income.
Introduction: The Dynamics of the Day 11 Market Rally
Welcome to JSCC2020. Following the volatility of early February, the market delivered a resounding “V-shaped” recovery on February 6, 2026. The Nasdaq Composite surged +2.18%, reclaiming the psychological 23,000 level, while the S&P 500 rose +1.97%, edging closer to the historic 7,000 milestone.
For international investors navigating the “Tomato System,” today provided a masterclass in why we diversify across three distinct pillars: Aggressive Leverage, Passive Index, and Defensive Income (Covered Calls). This 2,000-character deep-dive will break down the mechanics behind today’s profit recovery and how the “Cash Shield” protects your principal.
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🌐 Market Pulse: 3 Critical Drivers for February 2026
Dow Jones Industrial Average Breakthrough: The Dow hit a historic high of 50,115.67 (+2.47%). This rally was spearheaded by strong Q4 earnings from blue-chip industrial and financial sectors, indicating a healthy rotation into value stocks. (Source: Bloomberg / CNBC)
AI Infrastructure Spending Optimism: Despite recent Capex concerns from Alphabet and Amazon, fresh data suggests AI integration is finally improving enterprise productivity margins. This triggered a massive short-covering rally in the tech-heavy Nasdaq. (Source: Reuters / Wall Street Journal)
Monetary Policy Stability: Fed Chair signals suggest a “higher-for-longer” stance but without further tightening. This neutral environment stabilized the 10-year Treasury yield, providing a solid foundation for growth assets. (Source: J.P. Morgan / Investing.com)
📊 Comprehensive Performance Report (Feb 6, 2026)
1. [Group: Nasdaq 100] Tech & Growth Focus
Ticker
ETF Name
Strategy
Daily Chg
My Return (P/L)
QLD
ProShares Ultra QQQ
2x Leverage
+4.16%
-4.38%
QQQM
Invesco Nasdaq 100
Index
+2.11%
-2.03%
GPIQ
GS Nasdaq 100 Core Premium
Covered Call
+2.02%
-2.25%
JEPQ
JPMorgan Nasdaq Premium
Covered Call
+1.97%
-1.80%
QQQI
NEOS Nasdaq 100 High Inc
Covered Call
+1.98%
-2.37%
494300
KODEX US Nasdaq100 Daily
Covered Call
-0.96%*
-4.06%
2. [Group: S&P 500] Market Core & Broad Exposure
Ticker
ETF Name
Strategy
Daily Chg
My Return (P/L)
SSO
ProShares Ultra S&P 500
2x Leverage
+3.85%
-1.45%
SPYM
SPDR S&P 500 Portfolio
Index
+1.96%
-0.47%
GPIX
GS S&P 500 Core Premium
Covered Call
+1.77%
-1.25%
JEPI
JPMorgan Equity Premium
Covered Call
+1.49%
+0.87%
3. [Group: Others] Dividends, Bonds & Active
Ticker
ETF Name
Strategy
Daily Chg
My Return (P/L)
SCHD
Schwab US Dividend Equity
Div. Growth
+1.61%
+7.65%
418660
TIGER US Nasdaq 100 Lev
2x Leverage
-3.48%*
-8.15%
473460
KODEX US Stock Ant
Active
-3.32%*
-11.03%
473330
SOL US 30Yr Treasury
Covered Call
+1.09%*
-0.96%
490600
RISE US Div 100 Daily
Covered Call
+0.05%*
+1.88%
*Note: K-ETFs reflect the previous day’s close. Expect a significant Gap-up at the Korean market open.
🔍 Strategy Deep-Dive: Why This Balance Works
1. The Recovery Engine: 2x Leverage Efficiency
Today’s performance highlights the utility of QLD (+4.16%) and SSO (+3.85%). When the underlying index rises by ~2%, these instruments double that gain, allowing for rapid Net Asset Value (NAV) recovery. This “volatility harvesting” is crucial for investors who maintained their positions during the January dips. Without leverage, your recovery speed is halved, missing out on the exponential bounce-back of the tech sector.
2. The Income Shield: Dividend Growth & Premiums
SCHD remains our primary defensive anchor with a total return of +7.65%. Its decoupling from tech-sector volatility provides the stability needed to hold higher-risk assets. Simultaneously, covered call ETFs like JEPI and JEPQ generate monthly “rent” (dividends). Currently, our account shows 8 dividend payments totaling 2,495 KRW for February alone. This cash flow allows for “Buy the Dip” opportunities without selling existing shares at a loss.
3. The K-ETF Opportunity (Arbitrage Alert)
International investors should pay close attention to the Korean Market Open. Domestic ETFs like TIGER US Nasdaq 100 Lev (418660) are currently showing a technical decline of -3.48% from yesterday’s session. However, following the US market’s +4% rally in QLD, these K-ETFs are primed for a massive “Gap-up” surge at 9:00 AM KST. This time-zone lag often creates a psychological “false red” that clever investors use to their advantage.
❓ FAQ for Global Investors
Q: Why is my QLD still down -4.38% despite today’s +4.16% gain?
A: This is due to “Volatility Decay.” Leverage ETFs require a larger percentage gain to recover from a percentage loss (e.g., a 10% drop requires an 11.1% gain to break even).
Q: Is it wise to hold both QQQM and JEPQ?
A: Yes. QQQM captures maximum capital appreciation, while JEPQ provides high monthly income with lower volatility. This balance is the core of the Tomato System.
Q: What determines the “Daily Change” in my Korean ETFs?
A: It reflects the change from 09:00 to 15:30 KST. Since the US market opens later, the massive US gains you see tonight will only be reflected in the Korean market tomorrow morning.
안녕하세요 JSCC2020입니다. 오늘은 **볼빨간사춘기의 ‘우주를 줄게’**라는 노래로 증시를 표현할 수 있겠네요. 커피를 너무 많이 마신 것처럼 시장의 변동성에 심장이 두근거리지만, 우리가 꿈꾸는 경제적 자유라는 ‘별’을 따기 위해 이 출렁임도 기꺼이 견뎌내야 하니까요.
벌써 투자 11일차에 접어들었습니다. 나스닥 지수가 -1.59% 하락하며 시장에 긴장감이 감돌고 있네요. 레버리지 상품은 날카로운 통증을 주지만, 커버드콜과 배당주라는 우산이 얼마나 소중한지 다시금 깨닫는 하루입니다.
[공지] 스마트폰으로 보시는 분들은 표를 더 편하게 확인하시기 위해 가로 모드로 보시는 것을 추천드립니다.
🌐 오늘의 시장 맥박 (Market Pulse)
오늘의 **원/달러 환율은 1,468.10원(+0.30%)**으로 마감하며 상승세를 이어갔습니다. 환율 상승은 국내 상장 미국 ETF 보유자에게는 환차익이라는 ‘천연 방패’가 되어주기도 합니다.
기술주 중심의 매도세 (-1.59%): 마이크로소프트와 AMD 등 AI 대장주들의 향후 수익성 전망에 대한 불확실성이 커지면서 나스닥을 끌어내렸습니다. (출처: Reuters / CNBC)
금리 동결 여파: 미 연준(Fed)의 금리 동결 유지 기조 속에 고평가된 기술주에서 가치주로의 자금 이동이 가속화되고 있습니다. (출처: Wall Street Journal)
지정학적 리스크 재부각: 중동 지역의 긴장 재확산 소식이 전해지며 위험 자산 회피 심리가 강화되었습니다. (출처: Financial Times)
1. [Group 1] 나스닥 100 관련 ETF (나스닥 그룹)
기술주의 심장부인 나스닥 100 지수를 추종하거나 이를 활용한 전략 상품들입니다.
종목명
전략
현재가
당일 등락
내 수익률
INVESCO 나스닥 100 (QQQM)
지수 추종
$245.83
-1.42%
-4.55%
프로셰어즈 QQQ 2배 (QLD)
2배 레버리지
$66.04
-2.85%
-9.03%
JP모건 나스닥 프리미엄 (JEPQ)
커버드콜
$56.93
-1.30%
-4.12%
네오스 나스닥100 고배당 (QQQI)
커버드콜
$52.02
-1.27%
-1.92%
골드만삭스 나스닥100 코어 (GPIQ)
커버드콜
$50.92
-1.36%
-4.84%
KODEX 미국나스닥100데일리
커버드콜
9,800₩
+0.96%
-4.06%
TIGER 미국나스닥100레버리지
2배 레버리지
32,820₩
-3.48%
-8.15%
KODEX 미국나스닥100
지수 추종
23,885₩
-1.63%
-4.30%
2. [Group 2] S&P 500 및 시장 광범위 ETF (S&P 그룹)
나스닥보다는 상대적으로 방어력이 돋보이는 혼합형 그룹입니다.
종목명
전략
현재가
당일 등락
내 수익률
SPDR S&P500 포트폴리오 (SPYM)
지수 추종
$79.71
-1.28%
-0.01%
프로셰어즈 S&P500 2배 (SSO)
2배 레버리지
$56.81
-2.52%
-2.78%
JP모건 에퀴티 프리미엄 (JEPI)
커버드콜
$58.24
-0.58%
+2.08%
골드만삭스 S&P500 코어 (GPIX)
커버드콜
$51.89
-1.12%
-0.30%
KODEX 미국서학개미
액티브
21,435₩
-3.32%
-11.03%
3. [Group 3] 배당성장 및 특수 ETF (나머지 그룹)
하락장에서 진가를 발휘하는 ‘우산’ 역할을 톡톡히 해주는 종목들입니다.
종목명
전략
현재가
당일 등락
내 수익률
슈왑 미국 배당주 (SCHD)
배당 성장
$30.97
-0.13%
+5.84%
RISE 미국배당100데일리
커버드콜
9,435₩
+0.05%
+1.88%
SOL 미국30년국채
커버드콜
9,260₩
+1.09%
-0.96%
4. 11일차 분석: “누가 비를 덜 맞았나?”
🏆 오늘의 영웅: JEPI & SCHD 나스닥이 -1.59% 빠지는 동안 **JEPI(-0.58%)**와 **SCHD(-0.13%)**는 놀라운 방어력을 보여주었습니다. 특히 제 계좌에서 SCHD는 +5.84%, **JEPI는 +2.08%**의 수익률을 유지하며 11일차 항해의 든든한 버팀목이 되어주고 있네요.
🛡️ 커버드콜의 반전: RISE 미국배당100 국내 상장된 RISE 미국배당100 데일리 커버드콜은 오히려 +0.05% 상승 마감했습니다. 하락장에서 옵션 프리미엄과 환율 효과가 결합되어 계좌의 변동성을 줄여준 일등 공신입니다.
❌ 오늘의 아픔: QLD & TIGER 레버리지 지수가 하락할 때 레버리지의 칼날은 무섭습니다. **QLD(-2.85%)**와 **TIGER 레버리지(-3.48%)**는 하락폭을 배로 키우며 수익률에 큰 타격을 주었습니다. 하락장에서는 배당이 없어 ‘버티는 힘’이 부족한 것이 체감됩니다.
5. 결론: “현금 흐름이라는 별을 향해서”
11일차에 접어들며 계좌 숫자가 파란색으로 변할 때마다 마음이 흔들리지만, 우리는 매월 들어오는 현금 흐름에 집중해야 합니다. QQQI, JEPQ 같은 커버드콜 종목들이 만들어낼 현금은 하락장에서 우리가 싸게 주식을 더 살 수 있는 ‘총알’이 되어줄 것입니다.
우주를 줄 수는 없어도, 튼튼한 포트폴리오로 안정적인 미래는 만들 수 있습니다. 내일은 다시 반등의 서막이 열리길 기대하며, 함께 성투하시죠!
Hello, this is JSCC2020. We have officially reached Day 10 of our investment journey. While the 10th day is often seen as a milestone, today’s market delivered a stern reminder of the volatility inherent in US tech stocks. The Nasdaq closed down -1.59%, and the S&P 500 followed with a -1.23% decline.
For international investors navigating the “Tomato System,” these are the days where your “Cash Shield”—the defensive income from dividends and premiums—proves its worth. Let’s break down the data to see how our Leverage, Index, and Covered Call groups performed.
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🌐 Today’s Market Pulse: 3 Key Drivers
Big Tech Capex Shock: Investor sentiment turned cautious as Alphabet (Google) and Amazon revealed massive capital expenditure plans for AI infrastructure (Alphabet’s 2026 Capex is projected near $185 billion). Markets are increasingly demanding proof that this record spending is translating into immediate bottom-line growth. (Source: News1 / Reuters)
Labor Market Cooling: A jump in unemployment benefit applications and discouraging job market reports triggered a “risk-off” sentiment. This led to a sharp sell-off in growth assets and even caused Bitcoin to plunge as investors moved toward cash and defensive bonds. (Source: AP News / Investopedia)
The Fed’s Neutral Stance: The Federal Reserve has maintained interest rates at 3.5%–3.75%. While rate cuts occurred in late 2025, the current pause suggests a slower path to normalization, putting pressure on high-valuation software and semiconductor stocks like Qualcomm and AMD. (Source: J.P. Morgan / Schwab)
📊 Portfolio Performance by Strategy Group (Day 10)
This table organizes every stock in the portfolio, including domestic Korean ETFs and US-listed holdings.
1. [Group 1] Nasdaq 100 Focused (Tech & Growth)
Ticker
ETF Name
Strategy
Daily Chg
My Return
QLD
ProShares 2x Nasdaq 100
2x Leverage
-2.85%
-10.16%
494300
KODEX US Nasdaq100 Daily
Covered Call
-1.89%
-2.79%
QQQM
Invesco Nasdaq 100
Index
-1.42%
-5.07%
GPIQ
GS Nasdaq-100 Core
Covered Call
-1.36%
-5.07%
JEPQ
JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity
Covered Call
-1.30%
-4.71%
QQQI
NEOS Nasdaq 100 High Inc.
Covered Call
-1.27%
-5.37%
2. [Group 2] S&P 500 Focused (Broad Market)
Ticker
ETF Name
Strategy
Daily Chg
My Return
SSO
ProShares 2x S&P 500
2x Leverage
-2.52%
-5.99%
SPYM
SPDR S&P 500 Portfolio
Index
-1.28%
-2.95%
GPIX
GS S&P 500 Core Premium
Covered Call
-1.12%
-3.37%
JEPI
JPMorgan Equity Premium
Covered Call
-0.58%
-0.62%
3. [Group 3] Dividend, Bond & Specialty
Ticker
ETF Name
Strategy
Daily Chg
My Return
473460
KODEX US Stock Ant (Active)
Active
-2.05%
-5.31%
490600
RISE US Div 100 Daily
Covered Call
-0.34%
-0.59%
SCHD
Schwab US Dividend Equity
Div. Growth
-0.13%
+5.77%
473330
SOL US 30Yr Treasury
Covered Call
-0.12%
-2.44%
🔍 Day 10 Insights: Protection in Action
Leverage Vulnerability: Today clearly showed the risk of QLD and SSO. With a -10.16% total return on QLD, the lack of dividends means there is no “safety net” when the index slides.
The Yield Shield: While the Nasdaq dropped sharply, Covered Call ETFs like JEPI (-0.58%) and RISE US Div 100 (-0.34%) showed much higher stability. The premiums earned from selling volatility act as a buffer against price depreciation.
Dividend Growth Reliability:SCHD remains our portfolio anchor, maintaining a positive +5.77% return despite the broad market sell-off. It continues to demonstrate why it is a legendary defensive asset.
💡 Final Thought: Focus on the Cash Flow
Market prices fluctuate, but our 2026 yield targets remain the focus. Even on a down day, your Covered Call holdings are busy generating the “rent” that will fund your future “buy the dip” opportunities.
드디어 투자를 시작한 지 10일 차가 되었습니다! “열흘이면 강산도 변한다”는 말은 과장이겠지만, 주식 시장에서의 열흘은 제 멘탈을 들었다 놓기에 충분한 시간이네요. 오늘은 산이의 **’한여름밤의 꿀’**이라는 노래가 절로 떠오릅니다. 토마토시스템이 장중에 20%나 폭등하며 정말 달콤한 수익을 줄 것 같더니, 결국 1.9% 상승으로 마감했거든요. 마치 한여름 밤의 짧은 꿈처럼 달콤했다가 깨어버린 기분이지만, 10일 차를 맞이한 투자자답게 다시 중심을 잡아봅니다.
[공지] 스마트폰으로 보시는 분들은 표를 더 편하게 확인하시기 위해 가로 모드로 보시는 것을 추천드립니다.
🌐 오늘의 시장 펄스 (Market Pulse)
오늘 시장은 나스닥의 급락과 환율의 상승세가 맞물리며 긴장감을 더했습니다.
나스닥 1.51% 하락의 원인: 마이크로소프트와 AMD 등 빅테크 기업들의 AI 수익성에 대한 의구심이 커지며 기술주 중심의 강력한 매도세가 출현했습니다. (출처: Bloomberg)
환율 상승세 지속: 원/달러 환율이 **1,464.70원(+0.36%)**을 기록하며 강달러 현상이 이어지고 있습니다. 덕분에 국내 상장 미국 ETF들의 원화 평가 금액은 하락 폭이 다소 방어되었습니다.
방어주로의 자금 이동: 기술주가 흔들리자 투자자들은 상대적으로 안전한 **SCHD(배당성장)**나 **JEPI(커버드콜)**로 눈을 돌리는 ‘안전 자산 선호’ 현상이 나타났습니다. (출처: Investopedia)
1. 나스닥 100 관련 ETF 및 커버드콜 비교
기술주가 기침을 하면 레버리지는 독감에 걸립니다. 10일 차에 체감하는 변동성의 무서움입니다.
종목명
전략 구분
현재가
당일 등락률
내 수익률
INVESCO 나스닥 100 (QQQM)
지수 추종
$249.38
-1.75%
-3.88%
프로세어즈 QQQ 2배 (QLD)
2배 레버리지
$67.98
-3.51%
-6.71%
JP모건 나스닥 프리미엄 인컴 (JEPQ)
커버드콜
$57.68
-1.60%
-3.56%
네오스 나스닥 100 고배당 (QQQI)
커버드콜
$52.69
-1.53%
-1.11%
골드만삭스 나스닥 100 코어 (GPIQ)
커버드콜
$51.62
-1.54%
-4.03%
KODEX 미국나스닥 100
지수 추종
24,155원
+0.96%
-3.22%
KODEX 나스닥100 데일리 (OTM)
커버드콜
9,855원
+0.76%
-3.52%
TIGER 나스닥100 레버리지
2배 레버리지
33,640원
+2.08%
-5.86%
2. SCHD, 미국 고배당 커버드콜, 미국채 비교
하락장에서 빛을 발하는 ‘우산’ 같은 종목들입니다. 10일 차의 평온함을 지켜준 주역들입니다.
종목명
전략 구분
현재가
당일 등락률
내 수익률
슈왑 미국 배당주 (SCHD)
배당 성장
$31.01
+1.67%
+4.80%
JP모건 에퀴티 프리미엄 인컴 (JEPI)
커버드콜
$58.58
+0.55%
+1.51%
SPDR S&P 500 포트폴리오 (SPYM)
지수 추종
$80.74
-0.46%
+0.28%
프로세어즈 S&P 500 2배 (SSO)
2배 레버리지
$58.28
-1.00%
-0.98%
골드만삭스 S&P 500 코어 (GPIX)
커버드콜
$52.48
-0.46%
+0.15%
KODEX 미국서학개미
액티브
21,975원
+3.68%
-8.79%
RISE 미국배당100 데일리
커버드콜
9,385원
+1.90%
+1.34%
SOL 미국 30년 국채
커버드콜(채권)
9,140원
+0.72%
-2.24%
📈 10일 차 결산: “변동성은 찰나, 현금 흐름은 영원히”
🏆 오늘의 MVP: SCHD (+4.80% 수익률) 투자를 시작하고 10일 동안 가장 든든하게 자리를 지켜준 종목입니다. 시장이 빠질 때 오히려 오르는 이 기묘한 쾌감은 배당 성장주의 진가를 보여줍니다.
🛡️ 커버드콜의 방어력: 나스닥이 -1.5% 넘게 빠질 때, JEPI는 오히려 빨간불을 켰습니다. 하락장에서 인컴(Income) 전략이 왜 ‘심리적 방패’가 되는지 확실히 배운 10일 차입니다.
Hello, this is JSCC2020. I have officially reached Day 10 of my investment journey. They say the first ten days are usually a honeymoon phase, but for me, it has been a trial by fire. Between the restless nights watching Tomato System slide and the current volatility in the US market, I’m learning firsthand that the market doesn’t care about your “start date.”
However, today I’m turning up Eminem’s ‘Not Afraid’. As the lyrics say, “I’m not afraid to take a stand.” Even with the Nasdaq dropping -1.51%, I refuse to run. We look at the data, adjust our umbrellas, and stand our ground. Today’s performance highlights the massive gap between “high-risk” Leverage and “defensive” Covered Call strategies.
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🌐 Today’s Market Pulse
Why the Nasdaq Fell (-1.51%): The primary trigger was a tech-driven selloff sparked by disappointing AI infrastructure spending signals from giants like Microsoft and a revenue forecast miss by AMD. (Source: Bloomberg / AP News)
Geopolitical Friction: Sentiment soured further after reports of renewed tensions regarding Middle East nuclear deals, causing a “risk-off” shift toward gold and defensive sectors. (Source: Economic Times)
The Fed Factor: Uncertainty remains high as the Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady (3.5%–3.75%), with investors rotating out of richly valued tech into value stocks like SCHD. (Source: Investopedia)
1. [Group 1] Nasdaq 100 Focused ETFs
This group tracks the tech-heavy heart of the market, where the most heat is felt.
Ticker / Name
Strategy
Price
Daily Chg
My Return
2026 Proj. Yield
QQQM
Nasdaq 100 Index
$250.24
-1.75%
-2.25%
~0.50%
QLD
2x Leverage
$68.43
-3.51%
-4.73%
0.00%
JEPQ
Covered Call
$57.94
-1.60%
-2.02%
~10.60%
QQQI
Covered Call
$52.95
-1.53%
-2.57%
~13.70%
GPIQ
Covered Call
$51.98
-1.54%
-2.29%
~9.80%
KODEX Nasdaq100 Daily CC
Covered Call
9,930₩
–
-2.79%
~20.0%
2. [Group 2] S&P 500 & Broad Market ETFs
A more balanced approach, showing better resilience than the pure tech sector.
Ticker / Name
Strategy
Price
Daily Chg
My Return
2026 Proj. Yield
SPYM
S&P 500 Index
$80.94
-0.46%
-0.84%
~1.20%
SSO
2x Leverage
$58.59
-1.00%
-1.85%
0.00%
JEPI
Covered Call
$58.60
+0.55%
+0.03%
~8.50%
GPIX
Covered Call
$52.62
-0.46%
-1.34%
~8.10%
KODEX US Index (Ant)
Active
22,815₩
–
-5.31%
~1.00%
3. [Group 3] Dividend Growth & Specialized ETFs
The “Umbrellas” of the portfolio that stood firm while others melted.
Ticker / Name
Strategy
Price
Daily Chg
My Return
2026 Proj. Yield
SCHD
Div. Growth
$31.01
+1.67%
+6.05%
~3.80%
RISE US Div 100 CC
Covered Call
9,205₩
–
-0.59%
~13.0%
SOL US 30Yr Treasury CC
Covered Call
9,075₩
–
-2.44%
~12.0%
4. Day 10 Winners & Victims: “The Reality Check”
🏆 Today’s Hero: SCHD (+1.67%) On my 10th day, SCHD proved why it is a legend. While the Nasdaq was bleeding, SCHD staged a brilliant rally. With an expected 2026 yield of ~3.8%, it is the perfect antidote for the trauma caused by individual stocks.
🛡️ Defensive MVP: JEPI (+0.55%) The power of Covered Calls shines when tech slumps. JEPI actually gained value today, serving as the ultimate portfolio anchor and providing a ~8.5% cash shield.
❌ Today’s Victim: QLD (-3.51%) The lesson is clear: when the market turns sour, Leverage accelerates your pain. These funds pay zero dividends, leaving you with no safety net during a drop.
5. Final Thought: “Trust the Cash Flow”
Even if your account balance feels like it’s melting, stay focused on the 2026 projections. ETFs like QQQI and KODEX Daily CC are projected to yield massive double-digit returns. This monthly cash flow is what will allow us to survive the Tomato System disaster and “buy the dip” on Day 11 and beyond.
Just like Eminem’s track, let’s walk this path together without fear. We have the cash flow to survive the storm. See you in the next update!
안녕하세요 JSCC2020입니다. 오늘은 **스윙스(Swings)의 ‘불도저(Bulldozer)’**라는 노래로 증시를 표현할 수 있겠네요. “싹 다 밀어버려 Bulldozer~”라는 가사처럼 거침없이 치솟는 환율과 반대로 모든 지지선을 밀어버리고 내려가는 나스닥을 보니 정말 불도저가 지나간 자리 같습니다.
환율은 어느새 1,452원을 돌파하며 시장의 하방 압력을 높이고 있고, 제 계좌의 종목들도 이 강력한 불도저 앞에 위태로운 싸움을 이어가고 있습니다. 하지만 이런 거친 시장일수록 우리도 불도저 같은 정신력으로 데이터를 분석하고 버텨내야 합니다. 오늘도 냉정하게 숫자로 시장을 읽어보겠습니다.
[필독] 본 포스팅의 표는 스마트폰을 가로로 보는 것을 추천 드립니다.
🌐 오늘의 시장을 결정지은 3가지 핵심 이슈
원/달러 환율 1,452.40원 기록: 환율이 전일 대비 5.80원(+0.40%) 상승하며 1,450원선을 강력하게 돌파했습니다. 지속적인 우상향 곡선을 그리며 투자 심리를 압박하고 있습니다. (출처: 인베스팅닷컴)
나스닥 종합 지수 -1.43% 급락: 나스닥 지수가 23,255.19로 마감하며 큰 폭의 조정을 받았습니다. 기술주 중심의 포트폴리오가 불도저에 밀리듯 하락하며 변동성이 극대화되었습니다.
S&P 500 지수 6,900선 하회: S&P 500 지수 역시 -0.84% 하락한 6,917.81을 기록하며 주요 지수들이 동반 하락하는 모습을 보였습니다.
Hello, this is JSCC2020. To be honest, I’m writing this with a heavy heart. My nights have been restless lately, haunted by the relentless slide of Tomato System. Seeing a major holding crumble like that is a special kind of pain that keeps you up staring at the ceiling. I turned to the US market for a breather, but with the Nasdaq dropping -1.43% today, it feels like there’s no place to hide from the rain. Today, BTS’s ‘Butter’ keeps playing in my head. I wish my profits would rise “smooth like butter,” but instead, it’s my account balance that’s melting away on a hot pan. In this volatile market, the gap between Leveraged ETFs and Covered Call ETFs has become a literal canyon. Let’s look at the numbers.
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🌐 Today’s Market Pulse
Nasdaq Slumps 1.43%: High-valuation tech stocks are under immense pressure as uncertainty grows. The Nasdaq Composite closed at 23,255.91 (-1.43%).
The Leverage Trap: In a downward-trending market, leveraged ETFs act as an accelerant for losses, turning a bad day into a nightmare for many portfolios.
Rotation to Value: While tech “melts,” capital is visibly rotating into high-quality dividend payers and value stocks that offer a sturdier “umbrella” against the storm.
1. [Group 1] Nasdaq 100 Focus: Index vs. Leverage vs. Covered Call
Ticker
Strategy
Price ($)
Daily Return
Status
Analysis
QQQM
Passive Index
253.25
-1.55%
📉 Down
Pure exposure to the Nasdaq 100’s decline.
QLD
2x Leverage
70.22
-3.12%
🌪️ Danger
Today’s Loser. Doubling the pain of the tech slide.
JEPQ
Covered Call
58.64
-0.84%
🛡️ Shield
Defended significantly better than the raw index.
GPIQ
Covered Call
52.42
-1.46%
⚠️ Neutral
Tracking the index drop but providing income.
QQQI
Covered Call
53.49
-1.58%
💰 Income
Price is down, but the 10%+ yield remains a buffer.
2. [Group 2] S&P 500 & Dividend Growth Comparison
Ticker
Strategy
Price ($)
Daily Return
Status
Analysis
SPYM
Passive Index
81.07
-0.68%
⚖️ Stable
Performed better than tech-heavy Nasdaq.
SSO
2x Leverage
58.76
-1.57%
📉 Down
Leverage magnifying even moderate index losses.
JEPI
Covered Call
58.34
-0.40%
⚓ Anchor
The ultimate defensive play in a volatile market.
GPIX
Covered Call
52.56
-1.46%
🧱 Support
Under pressure, but active management generates cash.
SCHD
Div. Growth
30.49
+4.23%
🏆 Hero
Today’s Winner. Standing tall while tech melts.
3. Winners & Losers: “Ice Flowers in a Melting Market”
🏆 Today’s Hero: SCHD (+4.23%) While the Nasdaq was bleeding -1.43%, SCHD staged a miraculous rally. It’s the perfect antidote for the trauma caused by individual stocks like Tomato System. This is why we hold quality value stocks.
🛡️ Defensive MVP: JEPQ & JEPI (Covered Calls) The power of Covered Calls shines in “sideways to down” markets. JEPQ capping its loss at -0.84% when its underlying index dropped far more proves that the option premium is a real shield.
❌ Today’s Victim: QLD (-3.12%, Leverage) When the market turns sour, leverage is “Butter” in the sun. It disappears fast. Unless you have high conviction in a V-shaped recovery, the decay here is brutal.
Hello, this is JSCC2020. I am navigating the relentless waves of the US stock market every single day. Today, the market atmosphere reminds me of Coldplay’s ‘Viva La Vida’. “I used to rule the world, seas would rise when I gave the word.” Much like the lyrics, the high-flying tech giants that ruled the charts are now facing a sudden shift in power as the “Hawkish” storm arrives.
As of early February 2026, the news of President Trump nominating a hyper-hawkish candidate for the next Fed Chair has sent a chilling wind through Wall Street. Expectations for interest rate cuts have vanished, replaced by a “higher-for-longer” reality.
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🌐 3 Key Issues Defining Today’s Market
The Hawkish Fed Nominee: President Trump has recommended a candidate who favors aggressive monetary tightening. The market is now gripped by fear as the era of cheap liquidity seems to be officially over.
Nasdaq 23,500 Support Test: The Nasdaq Composite, highly sensitive to interest rates, took a direct hit. While it closed at 23,592.11 (+0.56%), the underlying pressure on tech valuations remains intense.
Flight to Safety: Investors are trimming tech-heavy positions and seeking shelter in stable dividend growth and income-generating assets like SCHD and JEPI.
📊 Group 1: Nasdaq 100 & Specialized ETFs
Growth, Leverage, and Income Strategies
ETF (Ticker)
Type
Price ($)
Daily Chg
My Return
Analysis Summary
QQQM
Growth (1x)
258.4
+0.92%
+0.92%
Standard Nasdaq 100. Directly exposed to rate fears.
JEPQ
Covered Call
59.42
+0.47%
+0.47%
Nasdaq income. Defending via option premiums.
GPIQ
Covered Call
53.23
+0.05%
+0.05%
Tech Core Premium. Aiming for stable tech income.
QQQI
Covered Call
54.27
-0.14%
-0.14%
High Yield. Focus on 10%+ distributions.
QLD
Leverage (2x)
72.92
+1.52%
+1.52%
Double Nasdaq moves. High risk in volatile periods.
📊 Group 2: S&P 500 & Dividend Growth ETFs
The “Shield” for Your Portfolio
ETF (Ticker)
Type
Price ($)
Daily Chg
My Return
Analysis Summary
SCHD
Div. Growth
30.00
+2.56%
+2.56%
Today’s Winner. The ultimate safe haven today.
JEPI
Covered Call
58.42
-0.27%
-0.27%
Low Vol Income. Stable defense vs. tech swings.
GPIX
Covered Call
53.1
-0.44%
-0.44%
Strategic income zone to hedge sideways markets.
SPYM
Core (1x)
81.87
+0.29%
+0.29%
S&P 500 Portfolio. Resilient vs. tech-heavy funds.
SSO
Leverage (2x)
59.99
+0.48%
+0.48%
2x S&P 500. Magnifying broad market movements.
💡 Investment Insights: “Enduring the Hawk with Cash Flow”
The Power of Distributions: The monthly dividends from Covered Call ETFs like JEPQ, JEPI, and QQQI don’t stop even when prices fluctuate. This cash becomes the engine that helps us buy the dip.
The Resilience of Value: Today proved why SCHD is a vital buffer. When growth stalls due to high rates, value and dividend growth shine brightest.
Leverage Caution:Leveraged ETFs (QLD, SSO) are powerful but risky when the Fed is hawkish. Use them only when the trend is clearly established.
I’ll trust the long-term track record of the US market and keep collecting shares. Let’s hope for a greener market tomorrow!
Hello, this is JSCC2020. I’m living through these market tears every day. Today, I think Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’ perfectly captures the stock market mood. “Under my umbrella, ella, ella…” Just like the lyrics, we desperately need a sturdy umbrella to shield our portfolios from this relentless storm. With both Nasdaq and S&P 500 falling, my account is already soaked to the bone.
As of early February 2026, the news of President Trump nominating a hyper-hawkish candidate for the next Fed Chair has sent a chilling wind through the US stock market. My account is feeling quite battered today.
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🌐 3 Key Issues Defining Today’s Market
Trump’s Hawkish Fed Nominee: President Trump has recommended a candidate who strongly favors monetary tightening, far exceeding market expectations. Fear is gripping the market as expectations for prolonged high-interest rates to curb inflation settle in.
Nasdaq 23,400 Level Under Threat: The Nasdaq, most sensitive to interest rates, took a direct hit. Closing at 23,461.82 (-0.94%), high-valuation tech stocks are feeling a pain “like a bullet to the heart.”
Flight to Safety Amid Rate Fears: With concerns over long-term high rates, the S&P 500 also slipped below the 7,000 mark to 6,939.03 (-0.43%). Investors are trimming tech positions and seeking refuge in stable dividend growth and income-generating assets.
Today’s Winner. Standing tall as a value play amid rate fears.
JEPI (JPMorgan)
58.185
-0.87%
-0.87%
S&P 500 Low Vol Income. Proving stable defense vs. Nasdaq.
GPIX (Goldman Sachs)
52.69
-1.40%
-1.40%
S&P 500 Covered Call. Strategic defensive zone for income.
SPYM (SPDR)
81.05
-0.89%
-0.89%
S&P 500 Portfolio. Relatively stable compared to Tech-heavy funds.
SSO (ProShares)
58.758
-1.74%
-1.74%
2x S&P 500 Leverage. Losses widening as the index slides.
3. Today’s Winners & Losers: “Raindrops on My Portfolio”
🏆 Today’s Winner: SCHD (+1.09%) It shined alone despite the hawkish nominee news. The true value of Dividend Investing is proven in these chaotic downturns. It was the only sturdy Umbrella protecting my account in this tech storm.
❌ Today’s Loser: QLD (-1.78%) As soon as the news “Next Chair is a Hawk!” broke, Nasdaq wavered, and the 2x leveraged QLD collapsed. It’s a stark reminder of how ruthless leverage can be during peak interest rate volatility.
4. Investment Insights: “Enduring the Hawk with Income”
Uncertainty regarding interest rates is likely to dominate the market for the time being following Trump’s announcement. However, we must check our cash flow calmly.
The Power of Cash Flow: Monthly dividends from JEPQ, JEPI, and QQQI don’t stop even when prices fall. This cash becomes the actual engine that helps us endure the slump and buy the dip.
Rediscovering Value: Today clearly proved how vital dividend growth stocks like SCHD are as a buffer in a tech-heavy portfolio.
Crisis as Opportunity: While policy uncertainty has pushed prices down, this could be a ‘dip-buying’ opportunity to accumulate high-quality ETFs at a cheaper price than usual for the long term.
I want to ask the market, “Why are you doing this?” but I’ll trust the overwhelming track record of 2025, wipe my tears, and keep collecting shares. Let’s hope the rain stops and the market finds stability tomorrow!
