| Symbol | Name | Close | Change | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPY | SPDR S&P 500 ETF | $704.08 | -0.65% | $711.27 / $702.64 |
| QQQ | Invesco Nasdaq QQQ | $644.33 | -0.38% | $650.20 / $642.21 |
| DIA | Dow Jones ETF | $491.36 | -0.60% | $498.38 / $490.31 |
| IWM | Russell 2000 ETF | $274.51 | -1.02% | $279.79 / $273.76 |
UnitedHealth tops quarterly estimates, hikes profit outlook as insurer manages high medical costs
The nation's largest private insurer expects 2026 adjusted earnings of more than $18.25 per share, up from a previous outlook of greater than $17.75 per share.
CNBCHow Warsh can give Trump rate cuts, keep Fed independent, and make the market happy
The confirmation hearing for President Trump's nominee to be the next Fed chairman once again sparked heated debate.
CNBCAmazon launches GLP-1 weight loss program, promising'fast, convenient' access
Through Amazon Pharmacy, patients will be able to access medications including Novo Nordisk's Wegovy as well as newer oral GLP-1 options.
CNBCHalliburton flags higher costs from Iran war as first-quarter profit tops estimates - Reuters
Halliburton flags higher costs from Iran war as first-quarter profit tops estimates Reuters
ReutersUPS and FedEx have begun filing for some tariff refunds
UPS and FedEx have begun filing requests for some tariff refunds through the government's refund process, but those funds could take months to reach customers.
CNBCECB must keep cool head on rates amid Iran war, de Guindos says - Reuters
ECB must keep cool head on rates amid Iran war, de Guindos says Reuters
ReutersSouth African rand weakens as business confidence slips, Iran war raises inflation risks - Reuters
South African rand weakens as business confidence slips, Iran war raises inflation risks Reuters
ReutersMichael and Susan Dell to donate $750 million to UT Austin to fund new medical campus
The donation will create a new hospital at the school where Michael Dell was once a premed student.
CNBC| Event | Impact | Actual | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales MoM | ★★★ | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| ADP Employment Change Weekly | ★★ | 54.75 | — |
| Retail Sales Control Group MoM | ★★ | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Retail Sales Ex Autos MoM | ★★ | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| Business Inventories MoM | ★★ | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh Confirmation Hearing | ★★ | — | — |
| Pending Home Sales MoM | ★★ | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Pending Home Sales YoY | ★★ | -1.1% | — |
| Fed Waller Speech | ★★ | — | — |
| API Crude Oil Stock Change | ★★ | — | -1 |
| Event | Priority | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| No high-impact releases tomorrow. | ||
Only 3-star (high impact) events shown. Check Investing.com for full calendar.
| Symbol | Company | EPS Est. | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COF | CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORP | $4.82 | 2026-04-21 |
| DHR | DANAHER CORP | $1.94 | 2026-04-21 |
| FIG | FIGMA INCORPORATED | $-0.17 | 2026-04-21 |
| GE | GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY | $1.63 | 2026-04-21 |
| HAL | HALLIBURTON COMPANY | $0.52 | 2026-04-21 |
| SYF | SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL | $2.32 | 2026-04-21 |
| UAL | UNITED AIRLINES HOLDINGS INC | $1.25 | 2026-04-21 |
| UNH | UNITEDHEALTH GROUP INC | $6.62 | 2026-04-21 |
| ALK | ALASKA AIR GROUP INC | $-0.86 | 2026-04-22 |
| ARR | ARMOUR RESIDENTIAL REIT INC | $0.73 | 2026-04-22 |
⚡ Picks with earnings before expiry are flagged. Manage risk accordingly.
Top-scoring covered call setups from today's scan. Selected for balance of premium, downside protection and liquidity. Horizons: 30–360 days.
| Symbol | Name | Strike | Expiry | DTE | Premium | Delta | IV | Ann.Ret | Cushion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAR ⚡E19d | Avis Budget Group Inc | $545 | 2026-05-22 | 35d | $93.60 | 0.54Δ | 186.4% | 296.0% | 18.0% |
| AAOI ⚡E27d | Applied Optoelectronics Inc | $155 | 2026-05-22 | 35d | $31.00 | 0.61Δ | 150.4% | 164.7% | 21.3% |
| MSTX | Defiance Daily Target 2x Lon | $35 | 2026-05-22 | 35d | $5.15 | 0.53Δ | 147.3% | 202.6% | 14.7% |
| CIFR ⚡E18d | Cipher Digital Inc | $20 | 2026-06-18 | 62d | $3.12 | 0.56Δ | 107.8% | 113.4% | 16.0% |
| ONDS ⚡E34d | Ondas Inc | $10 | 2026-06-18 | 62d | $1.62 | 0.59Δ | 97.1% | 94.2% | 16.0% |
| ASTS ⚡E24d | AST SpaceMobile Inc | $85 | 2026-05-22 | 35d | $11.82 | 0.58Δ | 107.6% | 133.2% | 14.0% |
Ann.Ret = annualized return on capital. Cushion = % stock can drop before loss. Not financial advice.
Long-dated covered calls for investors seeking income while holding long-term positions. Lower annualized yield, higher total premium collected.
| Symbol | Name | Strike | Expiry | DTE | Premium | Delta | IV | Ann.Ret | Cushion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAOI | Applied Optoelectronics Inc | $200 | 2027-06-17 | 426d | $71.55 | 0.70Δ | 123.8% | 59.2% | 43.7% |
| AXTI | AXT Inc | $105 | 2028-01-21 | 644d | $53.75 | 0.81Δ | 153.9% | 50.8% | 62.4% |
| BE | Bloom Energy Corp | $260 | 2027-06-17 | 426d | $72.25 | 0.64Δ | 97.6% | 50.3% | 33.7% |
This newsletter is generated automatically after the daily scanner run. Data sourced from Finnhub and live options data. All covered call picks are selected algorithmically using the CCL Score — they are not personalized financial advice. Always verify data with your broker before trading. Past performance of the scanner does not guarantee future results.
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