Buffett Boosts Stake, Triggers Options Boom in Occidental Stock

Occidental Petroleum Today Occidental Petroleum -0.31 (-0.51%) ▼ Dividend Yield 1.46% Price Target $70.94 However, monetizing what's in the rear-view mirror is often challenging, so investors can look elsewhere for opportunities within the energy sector. This time, earnings per share (EPS) growth prospects are of the essence if some are to beat the market this quarter, and that is where Chesapeake Energy Co. NASDAQ: CHK comes into play. First, here's why Buffett decided to boost his presence in oil. Options ...