
At Share Navigator, we believe in practical education. For 2026, we are launching a live demonstration to show our members how a high-probability option strategy can be managed over a full calendar year.
We are starting with a €10,000 demo account with the goal of achieving a 30% Return on Investment (ROI).
The US 500 (S&P 500) offers deep liquidity and predictable option pricing, making it the ideal vehicle for our "Strategic Yield" approach. This challenge isn't about day-trading or staring at screens; it's about high-probability setups with a low time commitment.
Missed the start? No problem.
The US 500 Strategic Yield Challenge is designed so that the trades are applicable regardless of when you join. Since we are focusing on 12 to 20 distinct setups throughout the year, each trade provides a fresh opportunity to learn the strategy and see the model in action. You won't be "behind"—you'll be right on time for the next alert.
The US 500 (S&P 500) is the world's most liquid and important index. This challenge is designed to move you from a passive observer to a confident trader of the top 500 US companies.
Key Learning Outcomes:
"It's the comfort of knowing that if i get into difficulty there is someone at the end of the phone" Frank

Stephen Cox is the CEO and Lead Mentor behind our strategy service, bringing 30 years of deep, active trading experience in global financial markets. Holding an MBA specializing in Financial Services, Stephen's expertise spans fundamental and technical analysis across Stocks, Options, Futures, and FX Trading.
He is a recognized specialist in high probability trading and leveraging volatility for consistent returns, having personally coached more than 1,000 clients to clarity and discipline. His systems are built on an exacting standard, reflected by the fact that 93% of his high probability trades yield a profit.
Stephen's Philosophy: "Nobody will care more about your money than you. You owe it to yourself to invest in the education and knowledge that allows you to make informed investment decisions—not emotional ones."
Book your call to gain direct access to three decades of market expertise and start building your own robust, profitable trading plan.
Please Note:
The 2026 US 500 Strategic Yield Challenge is an educational case study performed on a demo account. Share Navigator provides financial education and software tools; we do not provide financial advice. All trading involves risk. You should ensure any strategy you learn is consistent with your own personal risk profile and financial situation before trading with real capital.
'Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 68% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.'
Please reach us at scox@sharenavigator.ie if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Yes. Under current 2026 Revenue (Ireland) and HMRC (UK) guidelines, financial spread betting is classified as speculative betting. This means any profits generated from the US 500 Challenge are 100% exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Stamp Duty. While traditional brokerage profits are often taxed at 33% (Ireland) or up to 20% (UK), our members keep 100% of their returns.
While we are demonstrating the strategy using a €10,000 demo account, the strategy is scalable. For retail traders using spread betting platforms like IG Index, you can begin with as little as €3,000 to €5,000 while still maintaining professional risk management and "position sizing" rules.
Every time Stephen Cox, MBA, places or manages a trade in the challenge portfolio, an instant alert is sent via our Exclusive Member WhatsApp Channel. Each alert includes the exact entry price, the "Put Option" strikes used, and the specific profit target. You also receive a deep-dive video update in the Member Portal. Eavery day, there is an update on trade performance and action if any to be taken.
No. The 2026 Challenge is designed as a "look over our shoulder" educational experience. We teach you the "Zero to Hero" fundamentals of Vertical Spreads, Implied Volatility, and Delta management from the ground up. The goal is to show you how to trade like a professional in just 10 minutes a day.
The S&P 500 is the "Gold Standard" for liquidity and mathematical probability. By focusing on a single, high-volume index rather than volatile individual stocks, we can achieve a higher win rate (historically 93%) with lower "systematic risk." This allows for a stress-free approach suitable for busy professionals.
No. Share Navigator is an educational platform. The 2026 US 500 Challenge is a live case study performed on a demo account for illustrative purposes. We provide the framework, data, and education, but all trading decisions remain the responsibility of the individual member.
Share Navigator is a financial educator and not a regulated broker. We provide training for platforms including IG. Risk Warning: Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 68% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with IG. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Share Navigator is a premier stock market education provider specializing in Options, Stocks, and Futures trading for residents of the UK and Ireland. Led by a Registered Stockbroker (MBA), we empower retail investors to master high-probability strategies and utilize tax-free spread betting environments for optimal capital growth.
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Share Navigator is a financial educator and not a regulated broker. We provide training for platforms including IG. Risk Warning: Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 68% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with IG. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.