How do covered call ETFs like QYLD generate income?

QYLD generates income by holding Nasdaq-100 stocks and systematically selling (writing) covered call options on the index. The premiums received from selling these options are distributed to shareholders as monthly income. The trade-off is that by selling call options, the fund caps its upside potential when the market rises above the option strike prices. This strategy works best in flat to moderately rising markets and generates the most premium income during volatile periods.

Are thematic ETFs a good investment?

Thematic ETFs can provide targeted exposure to long-term structural trends like robotics, clean energy, or electric vehicles. They work best as satellite positions complementing a diversified core portfolio rather than as primary holdings. The key risks include concentrated sector exposure, the possibility that a theme is already priced into valuations, and typically higher expense ratios. Investors should have conviction in the theme's longevity and be prepared for higher volatility.

What is the difference between QYLD and JEPI for income?

Both QYLD and JEPI generate income through options strategies, but they differ in approach. QYLD sells at-the-money covered calls on the full Nasdaq-100 index, capping nearly all upside for maximum premium income. JEPI uses an equity-linked notes strategy on a portfolio of low-volatility stocks, retaining more upside potential while generating slightly less income. JEPI tends to offer better total returns in rising markets, while QYLD typically provides higher current income.

Global X ETFs

159 ETFs · AUM: $94.63B

Global X ETFs has established itself as a leading provider of thematic and income-focused ETFs, offering investors access to emerging trends and specialized income strategies that larger providers often do not cover. A subsidiary of Mirae Asset, Global X launched some of the first ETFs targeting specific technology themes like robotics, lithium, and social media, gaining a reputation for being an early mover in thematic investing. The firm's product suite combines growth-oriented thematic funds with a robust lineup of covered call and income ETFs.

Global X's thematic ETFs include BOTZ, which invests in companies involved in robotics and artificial intelligence, capturing the automation megatrend across industrial, healthcare, and consumer applications. LIT is the Lithium and Battery Technology ETF, providing exposure to the full lithium cycle from mining to battery manufacturing — a critical supply chain for electric vehicles and energy storage. QYLD uses a covered call strategy on the Nasdaq-100 to generate high monthly income, making it one of the most popular income ETFs for investors seeking regular cash distributions. Global X's combination of thematic growth and income strategies has built a loyal following among both retail and advisor audiences.

159 ETFs found

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Symbol▼	Fund Name▼	Category	Type	AUM▼	Expense Ratio▼	Price▼	YTD▼
PAVE	Global X - U.S. Infrastructure Development ETF	Industrials	Infrastructure	$13.00B	0.47%	$56.33	+17.74%
AIQ	Global X - Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF	Technology	Artificial Intelligence Technology	$8.50B	0.68%	$55.37	+8.89%
QYLD	Global X - Nasdaq 100 Covered Call ETF	Technology	Income Covered Call Nasdaq 100 Technology	$8.31B	0.60%	$17.91	+1.30%
SHLD	Global X - Defense Tech ETF	Industrials	Defense Technology	$8.18B	0.50%	$67.51	+4.15%
URA	Global X - Uranium ETF	Energy	Mining Uranium	$7.95B	0.69%	$56.66	+32.69%
COPX	Global X - Copper Miners ETF	Basic Materials	Copper Mining	$7.37B	0.65%	$81.77	+13.80%
SIL	Global X - Silver Miners ETF	Basic Materials	Silver Mining	$5.40B	0.65%	$93.75	+12.19%
MLPX	Global X - MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF	Energy	Infrastructure	$3.36B	0.45%	$71.60	+18.27%
BOTZ	Global X - Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF	Industrials	Artificial Intelligence	$3.32B	0.68%	$38.51	+6.24%
XYLD	Global X - S&P 500 Covered Call ETF	Technology	Income Covered Call S&P 500	$3.09B	0.60%	$40.13	-1.18%
CLIP	Global X - 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF	Cash & Others	Treasury	$2.55B	0.07%	$100.33	+0.22%
PFFD	Global X - U.S. Preferred ETF	Financial Services	Preferred Stock	$2.15B	0.23%	$19.06	+0.85%
MLPA	Global X - MLP ETF	Energy	Infrastructure	$2.13B	0.77%	$53.41	+10.39%
LIT	Global X - Lithium & Battery Tech ETF	Basic Materials	Electric Vehicle Lithium Technology	$1.96B	0.75%	$85.04	+30.97%
DTCR	Global X - Data Center & Digital Infrastructure ETF	Real Estate	Real Estate Infrastructure	$1.62B	0.50%	$28.43	+34.74%
RSSL	Global X - Russell 2000 ETF	Healthcare	Small Cap	$1.41B	0.08%	$108.34	+12.25%
RYLD	Global X - Russell 2000 Covered Call ETF	Healthcare	Covered Call Small Cap	$1.31B	0.60%	$15.38	+0.52%
SDIV	Global X - SuperDividend ETF	Real Estate	Dividend	$1.27B	0.58%	$25.82	+7.45%
CATH	Global X - S&P 500 Catholic Values ETF	Technology	S&P 500 Value	$1.20B	0.29%	$86.23	+4.93%
ARGT	Global X - MSCI Argentina ETF	Consumer Cyclical	Diversified	$919.8M	0.59%	$92.08	+0.61%
AUSF	Global X - Adaptive U.S. Factor ETF	Financial Services	Financial Services	$874.2M	0.27%	$48.92	+5.39%
BUG	Global X - Cybersecurity ETF	Technology	Cybersecurity	$864.0M	0.50%	$26.83	-11.98%
DIV	Global X - SuperDividend U.S. ETF	Energy	Low Volatility Dividend VIX	$731.6M	0.45%	$19.21	+10.85%
ZAP	Global X - U.S. Electrification ETF	—	—	$422.8M	0.50%	$33.84	+16.41%
DRIV	Global X - Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF	Consumer Cyclical	Technology Electric Vehicle	$385.7M	0.68%	$36.36	+22.91%
BKCH	Global X - Blockchain ETF	Financial Services	Cryptocurrency	$327.4M	0.50%	$74.32	+16.55%
PFFV	Global X - Variable Rate Preferred ETF	Financial Services	Preferred Stock	$301.0M	0.25%	$22.35	+0.50%
GREK	Global X - MSCI Greece ETF	Financial Services	Financial Services	$268.8M	0.56%	$70.11	+6.34%
DAX	Global X - DAX Germany ETF	Industrials	Industrials	$263.8M	0.20%	$44.76	-1.88%
EMBD	Global X - Emerging Markets Bond ETF	Cash & Others	Income Emerging Markets	$256.4M	0.39%	$23.86	-0.65%
SRET	Global X - SuperDividend REIT ETF	Real Estate	Real Estate Dividend	$235.8M	0.58%	$22.81	+4.52%
SNSR	Global X - Internet of Things ETF	Technology	Internet	$218.5M	0.68%	$43.98	+19.09%
CLOU	Global X - Cloud Computing ETF	Technology	Cloud Computing	$206.7M	0.68%	$19.85	-12.11%
FINX	Global X - FinTech ETF	Technology	Fintech	$193.6M	0.68%	$25.69	-12.98%
NORW	Global X - MSCI Norway ETF	Energy	Diversified	$184.6M	0.50%	$37.71	+25.52%
GXIG	Global X - Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF	—	Income Corporate Bond	$178.0M	0.15%	$25.08	-0.96%
DJIA	Global X - Dow 30 Covered Call ETF	Financial Services	Covered Call	$168.8M	0.60%	$21.36	-2.84%
CHIQ	Global X - MSCI China Consumer Discretionary ETF	Consumer Cyclical	China	$152.8M	0.65%	$19.76	-6.91%
HSPX	Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF	Technology	Covered Call S&P 500	$147.9M	—	—	—
ONOF	Global X - Adaptive U.S. Risk Management ETF	Technology	Technology	$146.2M	0.39%	$38.20	+1.56%
COLO	Global X - MSCI Colombia ETF	Financial Services	Diversified	$143.1M	0.62%	$39.51	+10.52%
GOEX	Global X - Gold Explorers ETF	Basic Materials	Gold	$139.3M	0.65%	$85.67	+6.58%
QYLG	Global X - Nasdaq 100 Covered Call & Growth ETF	Technology	Covered Call Nasdaq 100 Growth Technology	$139.2M	0.35%	$28.45	+4.49%
SPFF	Global X - SuperIncome Preferred ETF	Financial Services	Preferred Stock Income High Yield Bond	$130.0M	0.48%	$9.39	+0.86%
KRMA	Global X - Conscious Companies ETF	Technology	Technology	$115.0M	0.43%	$45.54	+4.97%
MILN	Global X - Millennial Consumer ETF	Consumer Cyclical	Consumer Cyclical	$99.3M	0.50%	$44.46	-5.56%
GXG	Global X - MSCI Colombia ETF	Utilities	Diversified	$98.7M	0.62%	$29.41	—
ASEA	Global X - FTSE Southeast Asia ETF	Financial Services	Financial Services	$95.3M	0.65%	$19.43	+6.39%
SOCL	Global X - Social Media ETF	Communication Services	Social Media ESG	$93.0M	0.65%	$46.77	-15.28%
HYDR	Global X - Hydrogen ETF	Industrials	Industrials	$92.4M	0.50%	$51.33	+61.78%

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