Geopolitical tension continues to escalate in the Middle East. Crude oil is nearly $10 higher since October officially kicked off. I believe the price of WTI crude will push even higher in October.
I want to use the 2024 lagging Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE) as way to express my short-term bullish view on the price of oil. XLE YTD mountain Energy Select Sector SPDR, YTD Oil markets are measuring the possibility of an imminent air strike by Israel on Iran's crude and energy facilities. This potential reaction by Israel is due to Iran's missile strike earlier this week.
The trade Traders suggest that roughly 1 million barrels per day of Iranian production could come off line. However, I believe that would not be the main driver to push crude higher short-term, in would be the fearful reaction of this war spreading outside the Middle East region. I want to buy XLE and utilize a call spread to define my risk.
Bought XLE $93 10/18/24 call option for $2.10 Sold XLE $98 10/18/24 call option for $0.70 This spread will cost an investor $1.
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