Most traders understand what a covered call is, but far fewer understand when the strategy actually has an edge. In this clip from his latest YouTube instructional video, options strategist Rick Orford explains how and why he uses two overlooked technical filters inside Barchart’s own Covered Call Screener to consistently surface higher-quality trade candidates — without guessing on direction or chasing after yield. More News from Barchart The key insight is simple but powerful: covered calls work bes ...

With fourth-quarter market action punctuated by volatility, uncertainty, and stretched valuations, investors are searching for ways to generate consistent income without abandoning their long-term holdings. One of the most reliable tools for doing exactly that is the covered call options strategy — a favorite among professional traders, retirees, and income-focused investors. In his latest webinar, Barchart Senior Market Strategist John Rowland, CMT, explains how covered calls work, why traders use them, ...