How to Make Money From BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB) 2nd Wave of Short Squeezes

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is being hit by the second wave of the Redditor short squeeze. It’s time to book some profits. Here’s how. 

| More on:

The notorious Redditors are back with a bang and are targeting the same three meme stocks: BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB), Gamestop, and AMC. This week, the three stocks surged 23.5%, 31.7%, and 114%, respectively. Are you wondering how much more will these stocks will rise before they collapse? Don’t wait for that moment, or you will miss the chance to book profits. This is your chance to make money in the short term. 

I generally don’t recommend short-term bets, but if you purchased BlackBerry at $10 or lower, this is your chance to make a quick profit.  

How to make money from a BlackBerry short squeeze 

In my previous article, I’d talked about the short-squeeze trading strategy. In this article, I will talk about the dos and don’ts of making money from a short squeeze. First, I will start with the don’ts: 

  • Don’t try to time the market. 
  • Don’t buy the stock in this rally. 

Remember, this rally is short term and will fade at any moment. And when it does fade, you won’t get a chance to exit, because apps like Robinhood give priority to bulk trades over individual trades. 

There is no end to greed. If you keep waiting for the stock to reach a little higher, you might miss the rally. Take this opportunity to benefit from the greed of Redditors.

Now come the dos: 

  • If you already own BlackBerry stock, divide it into two or three lots. For instance, if you purchased 100 shares for $1,000, divide them into three lots of 30, 35, and 35 shares. 
  • Sell the first lot of 30 shares at the current market price and book some profit. 
  • Put the second lot of 35 shares for sale at $14.5 or $15. Today, the stock reached a high of $14.59. If you are lucky, your trade might get executed.  
  • Keep the third lot for either $17 or $14, depending on how the stock moves.

The stocks of Gamestop and AMC have already seen some correction. There is a possibility that BlackBerry stock might also see a correction next week. In the January short squeeze, Redditors pushed the stock to as high as $18. It was at this price that hedge funds rushed to square up their short position and purchased the stock for a premium of $23-$36. 

Don’t be greedy 

The chances of getting the peak price are thin. And you can never tell what the peak of the short squeeze will be. In the greed to sell at the peak, you might miss the chance to make small profits. If the above trading strategy succeeds, your $1,000 worth of BlackBerry stock could fetch you $1,400 to $1,500 in a matter of one week. You can adopt a similar strategy for Gamestop and AMC.

I would refrain from buying BlackBerry stock at the moment, because buying it at $13 will reduce your upside. However, if you invest $50-$100 every month in BlackBerry as a systematic investment, you need not worry about the short squeeze. The dollar-cost averaging will reduce your overall purchase price. 

The long-term opportunity of BlackBerry 

Once this whole short squeeze mania ends, BlackBerry stock will fall back to its normal trading price of around $10. You can buy the stock at that time. If you look at the fundamentals, you might not like BlackBerry at the moment, as its revenue fell because of the pandemic. But it is a stock with the potential to ride the recovery rally, as the economy reopens and automotive sales rise. 

BlackBerry has launched several endpoint management and QNX embedded platform solutions. It will launch a new vehicle data platform IVY in February 2022, marking its foray into this segment. The company is also seeing increasing demand from its customers. 

As the 5G rollout leads to the proliferation of endpoint devices and autonomous vehicles, BlackBerry will play a key role. Yes, there will be competition, but there will be opportunity, too. Only time will tell if BlackBerry can reclaim its lost glory in the 2030 decade. 

This article represents the opinion of the writer, who may disagree with the “official” recommendation position of a Motley Fool premium service or advisor. We’re Motley! Questioning an investing thesis — even one of our own — helps us all think critically about investing and make decisions that help us become smarter, happier, and richer, so we sometimes publish articles that may not be in line with recommendations, rankings or other content.

Fool contributor Puja Tayal has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. David Gardner owns shares of GameStop. The Motley Fool recommends BlackBerry and BlackBerry.

More on Tech Stocks

Man data analyze
Tech Stocks

3 Reasons Celestica Stock Is a Screaming Buy Now

These three reasons make Celestica stock a screaming buy for long-term investors.

Read more »

profit rises over time
Dividend Stocks

These 2 Dow Stocks Are Set to Soar in 2025 and Beyond

Two Dow Jones stocks are screaming buys but Canadians must hold them in an RRSP or RRIF to avoid paying…

Read more »

telehealth stocks
Tech Stocks

Well Health Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Another record-breaking quarter and strong demand sets the stage for continued momentum for Well Health stock.

Read more »

3 colorful arrows racing straight up on a black background.
Dividend Stocks

TSX Stocks Soaring Higher With No Signs of Slowing

Three TSX stocks continue to beat the market and could soar higher in an improving investment landscape.

Read more »

profit rises over time
Tech Stocks

2 Non-AI Tech Stocks to Buy in November for Better Returns

Not all AI stocks are riding the hype train, and for many investors, well-understood and predictable growth stocks might be…

Read more »

worry concern
Tech Stocks

In a Few Years, You’ll Probably Regret Not Owning BlackBerry Stock

Here’s why I believe BlackBerry could be one of the most overlooked Canadian tech stocks right now.

Read more »

A worker uses a double monitor computer screen in an office.
Tech Stocks

Is Constellation Software Stock a Buy for its 0.25% Dividend Yield?

Here's what investors may want to consider when it comes to Dollarama (TSX:DOL) and its relatively low dividend yield.

Read more »

Nurse talks with a teenager about medication
Tech Stocks

Shares of WELL Health Just Zoomed. Is It a Buy?

Given its improving financials and healthy growth prospects, WELL Health could deliver superior returns over the next three years.

Read more »