Top US Covered Calls – September 2025
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Top US Covered Call Candidates — September 2025 (Expires Fri, Sep 19)
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For the September 19, 2025 expiry, we screened US-listed optionable stocks for high-quality covered call opportunities using Optrader’s Scouter Score, sentiment data, and ROO %. Each pick includes one quick positive and one key drawback to consider before writing calls.
How We Screened the Best Covered Calls in the US
- ROO (%) — Return on Option for the September contract (not annualized).
- Quality (Scouter Score) — multi-factor score (1–10).
- Sentiment & AI — headline sentiment and model tilt (when available).
- Tradability — strike alignment and liquidity considerations.
🔟 The September 2025 US Top Picks (Snapshot)
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#1EIX – Edison International
Snapshot: Price 56.19 USD · ROO 3.52% · Strike 57.50 · Scouter 8 · Sentiment 0.60 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Regulated utility profile supports steadier premiums.
Key Risk: California wildfire liability/regulatory headlines can pressure valuation. -
#2BG – Bunge Limited
Snapshot: Price 81.81 USD · ROO 3.06% · Strike 82.50 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.38 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Defensive food supply-chain exposure with reliable options markets.
Key Risk: Commodity and trade-policy swings may compress margins. -
#3LEN – Lennar Corporation
Snapshot: Price 128.51 USD · ROO 3.07% · Strike 135.00 · Scouter 5 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Attractive ROO across strikes when housing is stable.
Key Risk: Higher mortgage rates can dampen demand and re-rate the group. -
#4CBRE – CBRE Group
Snapshot: Price 158.37 USD · ROO 2.81% · Strike 160.00 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.30 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Global leader in real estate services; consistent tradability.
Key Risk: CRE cycles and financing costs can swing sentiment quickly. -
#5ING – ING Group
Snapshot: Price 24.84 USD · ROO 2.60% · Strike 25.00 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.25 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Diversified banking exposure; workable strikes for monthlies.
Key Risk: Credit-cycle turns can hit financials fast. -
#6JHG – Janus Henderson Group
Snapshot: Price 43.98 USD · ROO 2.78% · Strike 45.00 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.50 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Asset manager with supportive sentiment and near-ATM strikes.
Key Risk: Fee compression/outflows remain structural risks. -
#7MMM – 3M Company
Snapshot: Price 157.94 USD · ROO 2.28% · Strike 160.00 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.41 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Broad industrial footprint; options liquidity is typically solid.
Key Risk: Legal/legacy liabilities can add headline and valuation risk. -
#8ORLY – O’Reilly Automotive
Snapshot: Price 102.07 USD · ROO 2.39% · Strike 102.67 · Scouter 8 · Sentiment 0.25 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Defensive auto-parts demand across cycles; good options markets.
Key Risk: Supplier cost inflation can squeeze margins. -
#9CINF – Cincinnati Financial
Snapshot: Price 153.72 USD · ROO 2.19% · Strike 155.00 · Scouter 9 · Sentiment 1.00 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: High quality score and strong underwriting history.
Key Risk: Catastrophe losses (weather) can add earnings volatility. -
#10ADM – Archer-Daniels-Midland
Snapshot: Price 59.23 USD · ROO 2.21% · Strike 60.00 · Scouter 6 · Sentiment 0.70 · Model: 📈 Up
Positive: Core agribusiness with consistent monthly premium capture.
Key Risk: Commodity spreads can compress unexpectedly, reducing profitability.
Using This Shortlist of US Covered Calls
- Start here, then refine by delta, open interest, and earnings timing.
- Adjust ITM/OTM to match your assignment risk and target ROO.
- Learn how our quality score works: How to Use the Scouter Score to Rank Covered Calls.
⚠️ Informational only, not investment advice. Options involve risk. This list is a point-in-time snapshot; metrics and picks may be outdated. Always refresh in the screener before acting.
