Boosting Weatherford International's Yield to 7.5% with Options

Weatherford International plc (WFRD) shareholders can boost their income to 7.5% annualized by selling the December 2026 covered call at $105, collecting a $4.90 premium. The stock would need to rise 38.3% to $105 for the call to be exercised, but the shareholder would have earned a 44.7% return from this level. The company's dividend history chart can help assess whether the recent dividend is likely to continue.