SHORT ORCL

Oracle Corporation (ORCL) has recently experienced a decline due to underwhelming earnings and concerns over its valuation.
The stock is currently trading at $183.47. Given the elevated implied volatility in the options market, a short call strategy may be more cost-effective than purchasing puts.

Trade Plan Details
1. Short Call Strategy:
Strike Price: $190 (above current trading price)
Expiration: March 2025
Premium: Collect premium by selling call options at this strike.
2. Position Sizing:
Contracts: Determine the number of contracts based on your risk tolerance and account size.
Risk Management: Ensure the total potential loss does not exceed your predefined risk threshold.
3. Profit Target:
Objective: Profit from the premium received, anticipating that ORCL will stay below the $190 strike price by expiration.
4. Stop Loss:
Exit Strategy: If ORCL's price approaches the strike price, consider closing the position to limit potential losses.

Rationale
Earnings Performance: Oracle's recent earnings report showed revenue of $14.06 billion, slightly below expectations, leading to a stock decline.

Valuation Concerns: Analysts have downgraded Oracle due to overvaluation concerns, suggesting the stock may face further downward pressure.

Implied Volatility: Elevated implied volatility makes selling options, such as short calls, potentially more profitable due to higher premiums.