John Ondercin

John Ondercin is a seasoned options trading educator and author celebrated for his clear, jargon-free writing that makes complex financial concepts accessible to beginners and aspiring traders alike. He excels at providing practical, step-by-step guidance on options basics, trade examples, value calculations, and advanced strategies like the impact of time, probability, and the Greeks.

Starbucks Q1 Earnings Beat: SBUX Up 9.6% vs Fast Food Peers

Starbucks Q1 Earnings Beat: SBUX Up 9.6% vs Fast Food Peers

Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) reported strong Q1 2026 results with revenues of $9.9 billion, a 5.5% year-over-year increase, beating analysts’ expectations by 2.6%. The firm witnessed a 4% year-over-year rise in same-store sales, marking a significant turnaround from prior declines.  Overview of Q1 2026 Performance: ‘Back to Starbucks’ Strategy Progress Traditional fast-food restaurants are renowned for … Read more

Costco Stock Falls 5% YTD Despite $4.50 EPS Beat, Weak Outlook

Costco Stock Falls 5% YTD Despite $4.50 EPS Beat, Weak Outlook

Shares of Costco declined to $965.73 on March 23, 2026, even as the broader market showed strength. This drop comes despite the company reporting strong quarterly earnings that exceeded analyst expectations. The fall in stock price has surprised investors, as Costco’s core business continues to perform well.  In contrast, shares of Starbucks and Amazon moved … Read more

Tesla TSLA Stock News: $25B Terafab AI Chip Plan Revealed

Tesla TSLA Stock News: $25B Terafab AI Chip Plan Revealed

Elon Musk revealed the Tesla Terafab project, a major expansion plan of the company, on March 21, 2026, during a theatrical event inside Austin’s defunct Seaholm Power Plant. Launching the project, Musk mentioned Terafab as part of the company’s broader strategy to establish domestic chip manufacturing in the US while reducing dependency on overseas manufacturers.   … Read more