YMAX offers diversified volatility exposure and aims for stable returns through equal-weighted investments in YieldMax income plans. The fund has shown a 34% annualized return in payouts, but lags behind the S&P 500 in total growth, raising concerns about its overall effectiveness. Concerns on timing an entry and use case are evident.
YieldMax Universe Fund offers high income through a fund-of-funds approach, bundling various YieldMax ETFs to mitigate idiosyncratic risks. YMAX's 97% 30-day SEC yield is attractive, but the fund suffers from price decline and tax inefficiency, distributing most returns as ordinary income. Suitable for aggressive investors in tax-advantaged accounts, YMAX should be limited to 5% of an aggressive income portfolio or 3% alongside YMAG.
YieldMax Universe Fund offers a high yield of 57%, but its diversified options-income strategy leads to NAV decline. YMAX's holdings employ synthetic covered calls, causing NAV erosion if underlying stocks decline, unlike traditional income funds with stable principal. Comparing YieldMax funds based on TSLA, NVDA, and COIN shows varied performance due to different underlying stock movements, impacting total returns.
- Industry | - Sector | - CEO | NYSE Exchange | US88636J6597 ISIN |
United States Country | - Employees | 24 Apr 2025 Last Dividend | - Last Split | - IPO Date |
The fund operates as a âfund of funds,â which is a distinctive investment strategy primarily focused on investing in a collection of other Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) rather than directly in the stocks of individual corporations. This approach allows the fund to leverage the performance and strategies of various underlying funds, providing investors with a diversified investment option. Occasionally, the fund may also directly invest in the securities and financial instruments that one or more of the Underlying YieldMax⢠ETFs are invested in, though it typically remains focused on ETF investments. Importantly, the fund is classified as non-diversified, implying that it may commit a larger portion of its assets into single or a limited number of investments, potentially increasing the risk and return profile compared to more diversified alternatives.
The primary service offered by the fund is the management of portfolios comprised of a diverse range of ETFs. By investing in multiple ETFs, the fund aims to provide investors with a balanced and diversified portfolio, mitigating the risks associated with investing in individual securities.
In addition to its ETF-focused investment strategy, the fund occasionally makes direct investments in securities and financial instruments. These investments are typically made in assets in which the Underlying YieldMax⢠ETFs invest, allowing the fund to potentially enhance its returns by directly engaging in opportunities identified through its ETF investments.