David González Romero @davidgromero: "2026's first quarter is gone,..."

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2026's first quarter is gone, and my eToro portfolio is up nearly 10%, while major indices average a 7% decline. Keeping a consistent 3/10 average risk score and never holding over 20% cash, the main driver for this strong quarter was actively trading the VIX ( $VIX.APR26 $VIX.MAY26 ) during the geopolitical roller coaster. Also, I managed some well-timed entries into energy ( $EQNR.OL (Equinor ASA) ), exits from underperforming tech ( $IBM (International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)) $CIBR (First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF) ), and maintained strong positions in defensive stocks that are performing well under the economic stress ( $COST (Costco Wholesale Corp) $YAR.OL (Yara International) ). These results motivate me to remain committed to eToro, stay active, and dedicate more of my time and financial assets to this platform. I'll be even more encouraged if you follow me, copy me, or simply engage with this update. More investing soon!

Not investment advice. The author may have financial interests in the mentioned instruments.