⛽ Energy Meets Uncertainty: COP Could Move Big Soon

When oil meets uncertainty, big moves often follow. ConocoPhillips (COP) just triggered our Hedge Fund Straddle scan, and with cheap options, rising historical volatility, and a May 8th earnings report looming, this setup has all the makings of a breakout. Whether it’s economic headlines, energy price swings, or macro fears, COP has a history of sharp moves—and the current options market isn’t pricing that in. In today’s newsletter, we walk through why this straddle trade could deliver high-reward potential, even if you don’t know which way the stock will go.

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