Best Covered Call Strategy for MGM Stock Over 14 Days — Up to 3.03% Yield
MGM Resorts International · MGM · Covered Call · Updated Jul 28, 2026
Best covered call strategy for MGM stock over 14 days: sell a ~0.25–0.30 delta call in the 7–21 DTE window. Example contracts below for MGM Resorts International (MGM) reach up to 3.03% annualized yield (2.68% avg on top strikes)—compare strike, premium, and IV before opening the screener.
View MGM chartBest covered call strategy for MGM stock over 14 days
Target ~0.25–0.30 delta in the 7–21 DTE window. Top contracts reach up to 3.03% annualized yield (2.68% avg). Example: $51 strike, 17 DTE, 2.45% yield at ~0.30 delta. Full comparison is in the table below.
Earnings soon: Jul 29, 2026 (1 days). Calendar
Top Covered Calls (14–30 day)
Open full screener| Strike | Expiration | DTE | Delta | Premium | Yield | Score | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $51.00 | Aug 14 | 17 | 0.30 | $1.25 | 2.45% | 53 | Open |
| $49.50 | Aug 14 | 17 | 0.36 | $1.50 | 3.03% | 52 | Open |
| $50.00 | Aug 14 | 17 | 0.33 | $1.33 | 2.65% | 51 | Open |
| $49.00 | Aug 14 | 17 | 0.37 | $1.43 | 2.91% | 50 | Open |
| $47.00 | Aug 14 | 17 | 0.45 | $1.10 | 2.34% | 37 | Open |
Additional medium-term contracts (22–45 DTE)
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Top pick
Best covered calls for MGM Resorts International (MGM): $51.00 strike expiring Aug 14, 2026, 2.45% yield.
Short-term opportunities
MGM Resorts International (MGM) has competitive covered calls expiring within ~14–21 days—use the 14-day screener filter to compare.
Implied volatility
Average IV for MGM Resorts International (MGM) is 59.7% (elevated)— favorable for premium sellers.
How to use this page
- Review MGM Resorts International (MGM) fundamentals — Check stock price, sector, and technicals in the company snapshot, then compare top contract cards.
- Open the screener for MGM Resorts International (MGM) — Open our Covered Calls screener with MGM pre-loaded and optional 14-day or 30-day DTE filters.
- Compare and execute — Refine yield, delta, and IV in the screener, then place the trade in your broker.
Analysis
Our analysis of MGM Resorts International (MGM) covered calls shows average premium yield of 2.68% and peaks at 3.03%. Average implied volatility is 59.7% (peak 71.3%), indicating elevated volatility for premium sellers. MGM Resorts International (MGM) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector within the Resorts & Casinos industry. Use the tables below to compare strike, DTE, and delta before opening the full screener.
FAQ
What is the best covered call strategy for MGM stock over 14 days?
For a 14-day covered call on MGM, target ~0.25–0.30 delta strikes in the 7–21 DTE window with annualized yield up to 3.03% (2.68% avg on top contracts). Example from today’s chain: $49.50 strike, 17 DTE, 3.03% annualized yield at ~0.36 delta. Compare strike, premium, delta, and IV in the table above, then open the covered call screener for live filters.
What are the best covered calls for MGM Resorts International (MGM)?
The best covered calls for MGM Resorts International (MGM) reach up to 3.03% annualized yield (2.68% average on top strikes). This page emphasizes roughly 14–21 day expirations plus 30-day style windows. Compare strike, DTE, delta, and IV in the tables below, then open the screener for full filters.
What are MGM Resorts International (MGM)'s fundamentals for covered calls?
For MGM Resorts International (MGM), key fundamentals include last price $46.35, P/E 63.2, market cap $11.8 Billion, Consumer Cyclical sector, WSO rating C+, analyst consensus Buy. Fundamentals help you judge assignment risk and premium richness before selling options.
How do I find covered calls for MGM Resorts International (MGM)?
Use our Covered Calls screener with MGM Resorts International (MGM) pre-loaded: filter by premium yield, DTE (14-day or 30-day windows), delta, and implied volatility (59.7% avg IV on this page).
What is the average premium yield for MGM Resorts International (MGM) covered calls?
Average premium yield for MGM Resorts International (MGM) covered calls is 2.68%, with top contracts up to 3.03%. Yields move with strike, expiration, and IV (avg 59.7%, peak 71.3%).
Is MGM Resorts International (MGM) a good stock for covered calls?
MGM Resorts International (MGM) offers covered calls with yields up to 3.03%. WSO rates it C+. It is in Consumer Cyclical. IV is elevated—weigh premium income vs. assignment and earnings risk.
What expiration dates are available for MGM Resorts International (MGM) covered calls?
MGM Resorts International (MGM) has short-dated contracts (~7–21 DTE) and medium-term expirations (~22–45 DTE) on this page. Use DTE chips to jump to the screener with matching expiration filters.
How does implied volatility affect MGM Resorts International (MGM) covered calls?
IV drives option premiums: MGM Resorts International (MGM) averages 59.7% IV (peak 71.3%). Higher IV can mean richer premiums but more price swing—balance yield with delta and DTE.