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US Covered Call Screen Snapshot – December 2025 (Dec 19 Expiry): ROO %, Δ, Strikes, OI & Key Risks | Optrader.ca

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US Covered Calls • Monthly Options • Dec 19, 2025 (3rd Friday)

US Covered Call Screen Snapshot for December 2025 (Expires Fri, Dec 19)

Snapshot Created: Nov 23, 2025
Expiry: Dec 19, 2025
Updated: Jan 2026

Heads-up: This is a static snapshot created Nov 23, 2025 for the Dec 19, 2025 expiry (3rd Friday). Prices, ROO %, Δ (delta), OI, and sentiment may be outdated. To generate an updated screen, open the free US screener: us.optrader.ca.

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Important Disclosure (Read This First)

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For the December 19, 2025 expiry (the 3rd Friday of December), the results below reflect a rules-based screening snapshot on US-listed optionable stocks. Candidates were ranked primarily by December seasonality win rate (when available), then cross-checked using ROO %, Δ (delta), options liquidity (OI), Scouter Score, and sentiment. This is a screen, not a prediction.

What the Metrics Mean

ROO % (Return on Option): premium yield for this expiry window (not annualized).
Δ (Delta): proxy for assignment odds and price sensitivity (−1 to +1).
OI (Open Interest): contracts at the chosen strike — higher usually means better liquidity and tighter spreads.
Scouter Score (1–10): composite rank blending fundamentals, technicals, liquidity, and stability.
News Sentiment (−1 to +1): recent media tone around the stock.
Seasonality: December win rate and average return to the same 3rd-Friday expiry (historical).

Historical performance does not guarantee future results. Metrics may be delayed or incomplete. Always verify prices and contract details with your broker.

US Covered Call Screen Results for Dec 19, 2025 (Snapshot)

#1
NEE – NextEra Energy, Inc.
Snapshot: Price $84.30 · ROO 2.66% · Strike 85 · Δ 0.48 · OI 6,729 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.40
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 75.9% · Avg Return 2.91% · Samples 29
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Higher liquidity and a mid-delta profile can support systematic call writing and rolling decisions.
Key Risk: Rate sensitivity and policy headlines can drive sharp moves and change option pricing quickly.
#2
BIIB – Biogen Inc.
Snapshot: Price $168.18 · ROO 3.03% · Strike 180 · Δ 0.24 · OI 561 · Scouter 6 · Sentiment 0.28
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 69.0% · Avg Return 3.15% · Samples 29
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Lower delta may reduce assignment odds while still offering meaningful premium for higher-volatility names.
Key Risk: Trial and regulatory announcements can gap the stock; spreads can widen during events.
#3
HSY – The Hershey Company
Snapshot: Price $182.66 · ROO 2.70% · Strike 185 · Δ 0.46 · OI 222 · Scouter 9 · Sentiment 0.50
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 62.1% · Avg Return 1.36% · Samples 29
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Higher composite score with a mid-delta strike choice that can balance premium vs upside room.
Key Risk: Input-cost spikes or consumer-spend shifts can pressure margins and reprice the stock quickly.
#4
CINF – Cincinnati Financial Corporation
Snapshot: Price $163.66 · ROO 2.58% · Strike 165 · Δ 0.47 · OI 316 · Scouter 10 · Sentiment 0.69
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 62.1% · Avg Return 3.13% · Samples 29
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Strong Scouter Score + sentiment; can fit systematic monthly call writing when liquidity is acceptable.
Key Risk: Catastrophe losses and rate-cycle shifts can surprise insurers and spike volatility.
#5
CNP – CenterPoint Energy, Inc.
Snapshot: Price $39.59 · ROO 2.06% · Strike 40 · Δ 0.43 · OI 8,194 · Scouter 7 · Sentiment 0.80
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 62.1% · Avg Return 1.70% · Samples 29
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Very deep OI may support scaling and easier exits/rolls compared to thinner chains.
Key Risk: Regulatory outcomes and rate changes can reprice utilities fast; monitor headline risk.
#6
AMGN – Amgen Inc.
Snapshot: Price $336.07 · ROO 2.25% · Strike 340 · Δ 0.46 · OI 674 · Scouter 8 · Sentiment 0.30
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 62.1% · Avg Return 1.37% · Samples 29
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Large-cap profile with workable liquidity; may suit systematic call-writing frameworks.
Key Risk: Patent, pricing, and pipeline headlines can cause outsized moves.
#7
HCA – HCA Healthcare, Inc.
Snapshot: Price $476.28 · ROO 2.96% · Strike 480 · Δ 0.48 · OI 297 · Scouter 5 · Sentiment 0.52
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 57.1% · Avg Return 2.35% · Samples 14
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Higher ROO for the window; chain liquidity may be adequate for active management and rolling.
Key Risk: Reimbursement changes and labor costs can shift quickly; watch policy and wage headlines.
#8
PBR – Petrobras
Snapshot: Price $12.78 · ROO 2.35% · Strike 13 · Δ 0.44 · OI 11,717 · Scouter 8 · Sentiment 0.29
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 56.0% · Avg Return 3.46% · Samples 25
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Very deep liquidity; may support scaling and easier adjustments if needed.
Key Risk: Elevated political/EM risk—headline-driven gaps can be sharp and can overwhelm option premium.
#9
MFC – Manulife Financial Corporation
Snapshot: Price $33.86 · ROO 2.13% · Strike 34 · Δ 0.50 · OI 549 · Scouter 8 · Sentiment 0.39
Seasonality (Dec): Win Rate 50.0% · Avg Return 1.65% · Samples 26
Historical / hypothetical data shown for context only; methodology limitations apply and results are not predictive.
Screen Context: Mid/high delta profile with reasonable liquidity; can be used to calibrate assignment probability vs premium.
Key Risk: Rate path, credit conditions, and equity markets can pressure earnings and move financials quickly.

How to Use This Snapshot (Practical Checklist)

Refresh first: confirm today’s price, spreads, and the exact strike/expiry in your broker.
Pick a delta range: ~0.20–0.35 (more room/less assignment risk) vs 0.40–0.55 (more premium/more assignment risk).
Liquidity matters: prefer higher OI and tighter spreads—especially if you plan to roll.
Event risk: check earnings, guidance, and major regulatory/catalyst dates before entering.
Plan exits: decide whether you’ll close early, roll, or accept assignment.

Educational guidance only — not trading advice.

What to Do Now

Open the US screener: us.optrader.ca.
Set Option Type = Calls and Expiry = Fri, Dec 19, 2025 (3rd Friday).
Start with filters like: ROO 2–4%, Δ 0.20–0.40, OI ≥ 100, and exclude earnings within 30 days.
Sort by Scouter Score, then review sentiment and December seasonality for your final shortlist.

Reminder: Numbers here are a snapshot. Always refresh in the screener before acting.

FAQ

Is this a recommendation or signal?
No. This page presents a rules-based screening snapshot for educational purposes. It is not a recommendation, alert, or personalized trading signal.

How were these results selected?
We ranked candidates by December win rate to this 3rd-Friday expiry (when available), then cross-checked ROO %, Δ, OI, Scouter Score, sentiment, and strike suitability for the Dec 19, 2025 contract.

What does Δ (delta) add here?
Delta helps approximate assignment odds and price sensitivity. Lower Δ usually reduces assignment risk but also premium; higher Δ increases both.

Can I rebuild or tweak this list?
Yes — use the free US options screener at us.optrader.ca to adjust filters by ROO %, Δ, OI, earnings timing, and more.

Risk Disclosure: Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Covered calls limit upside and may result in assignment.

Any historical performance, seasonality data, “win rates,” or hypothetical results shown are for illustrative purposes only and do not guarantee future results. Market conditions, volatility, and liquidity can change rapidly.

Data may be delayed, incomplete, or inaccurate. Always verify prices, contract terms, and risks with your broker before trading, and consider consulting a licensed financial professional.

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Updated: January 2026