ConocoPhillips (COP) , a leading upstream energy firm in terms of production and reserves, is well-positioned to capitalize on handsome crude prices. Currently, the stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.Factors Working in Favor of COPWest Texas Intermediate crude price, trading close to $70 per barrel, is highly favorable for upstream activities.COP secured a solid production outlook thanks to its decades of drilling inventories ...