YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF (ULTY)
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Should I adjust my ULTY limit-buy to $6.00 or below for a better chance of execution?
If you're yield hungry and comfortable exploring the potential with compelling new ETF products, it's tough not to feel tempted to buy the dip in the YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF (NYSEARCA:ULTY).
Why I'm Thrilled About ULTY's Limited Upside – Enjoying 80% Yield Compounded Weekly
Key Points in This Article: YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF‘s (ULTY) current 87.4% distribution rate is real but unsustainable, often including return-of-capital that erodes NAV, with a 51% share price drop in the past year.
I Just Bought 100 More Shares of ULTY at $6.22 – Should I Buy More?
It seems like more than just a handful of income investors on social media seem to view YieldMax ETFs as one of the best new things to hit the ETF scene in a while.
Is ULTY's 84.23% Yield Real or Just a Mirage?
The ULTY ETF pays weekly cash distributions and advertises a very high annual yield.
I Put $170,000 in ULTY and This Happened
I was tempted by the ULTY ETF's sky-high yield and weekly cash payouts. However, ULTY's considerable risks could make it a dangerous investment.
ULTY: Different Strategy From YieldMax With Weekly Distributions But A Lot Of What-Ifs
YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF offers a unique, diversified, actively managed option-income strategy with weekly distributions, making it attractive for income-focused investors seeking frequent payouts. Despite a -68.6% share price decline since inception, distributions have nearly offset losses, making long-term holders almost whole on a net basis. Risks include significant capital erosion, capped upside, high fees, and fluctuating distributions, requiring careful due diligence before investing.
ULTY: You're Getting Paid, Sure, But You're Still Losing
ULTY's synthetic covered call strategy offers high weekly yields, but relies on volatile stocks and complex derivatives, making it riskier than it appears. Most of ULTY's distributions are Return of Capital, not true income, which can erode your cost basis and lead to future tax consequences in taxable accounts. Total return consistently lags the S&P 500, and capital erosion is a real risk—especially if volatility drops or the market turns bearish.
ULTY: The Gambler's Income ETF
ULTY offers extremely high yield via aggressive, actively managed covered call strategies, but carries significant risk and volatility due to its focus on high-beta stocks. While recent total returns have outpaced the S&P 500, this performance is highly dependent on management skill and is not consistently reliable. Its lifetime performance is still fairly poor. Most distributions are classified as return-of-capital, providing tax deferral benefits. However, this has become a norm and is no longer enough to stand out.
$ULTY is Crushing It – Here's Why I Can't Stop Buying More
ULTY's strategy of selling options on high-volatility stocks thrives in turbulent markets but demands careful monitoring due to high expenses and turnover.
I Invested $1,000 in ULTY – Can I Quit My Job by Dropping $100,000 into This Dividend Stock?
Investing can be an exciting way to grow your wealth. When you involve dividend stocks, it could seem like the steady stream of income rivals your own paycheck, causing you to dream about living off of these payments.
ULTY: This Weekly Paying Option ETF Is For Risk Takers
ULTY offers massive weekly distributions, but its price has declined sharply, making it suitable only for investors who can tolerate significant risk and volatility. The fund's synthetic option strategy caps upside potential while exposing investors to full downside risk, resulting in long-term NAV decay despite high-yield payouts. Reaching 'house money' status—recouping your initial investment through distributions—can reduce forward risk and enable continued, tax-efficient income collection.
ULTY: Don't Be Fooled By Short-Term Momentum
YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF offers high income via option premiums but suffers from capital erosion and high fees, making it risky for long-term investors. Recent gains were driven by a few overbought stocks; with momentum fading, I expect the Fund to face resistance at $6.30 and likely oscillate below. Short-term 'hit-and-run' trades may work when holdings are strong, but alternatives like YMAG and JEPI offer better risk/reward and lower fees.
