Why Look at Cash First When TQQQ Falls?

On days when TQQQ drops significantly, my first thought is, "How much has it fallen?" When reviewing my portfolio every two weeks, I ask one more question: "How much cash do I have left for the next purchase?"

On my dashboard, the V-Band serves as a benchmark for comparing the valuation of my holdings, while the Pool represents the cash available for rebalancing.

When the valuation approaches the lower band, I examine both the amount available for the next purchase and the cash remaining afterward.

Even if I buy at the same price, the room to maneuver if the stock price falls further depends on the cash I have set aside.

That is why it is worth recording even two weeks without trading. Leaving a single line indicating where the valuation was within the band and why the cash was left intact makes it easier to review decisions for the next cycle.

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