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The Best Derivative Income ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Derivative Income ETFs.

Derivative Income ETFs and funds generate income by writing options — typically covered calls — on stocks, indexes, or other holdings, distributing the resulting premiums to shareholders. This strategy aims to produce higher current yields than the underlying assets alone, often appealing to income-focused investors, though it can cap upside participation during strong market rallies.

Number of ETFs
285
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.84%
Avg. Dividend Yield
50.90%
Avg. 1 Year Return
9.96%
Median Risk/Return Score
39 / 100
The Best Derivative Income ETFs

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SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
YieldMax Big Tech Option Income UCITS ETFDerivative IncomeMar 25, 20250.99%
-1.59%
27.42%
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Best Derivative Income ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Derivative Income ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are CHPY (96) and THTA (95). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Derivative Income ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Derivative Income ETFs is OVL (13.19%). Across the lineup, Derivative Income ETFs show an average 1-year return of 9.96% and an average 5-year return of 9.37%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

Lowest-Cost Derivative Income ETFs

The top Derivative Income ETFs is PEPS (0.10%). With an average expense ratio of 0.84%, Derivative Income ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
Parametric Equity Plus ETF0.10%27.32MNov 2024
iShares S&P 500 BuyWrite ETF0.25%303.13MMar 2024
State Street US Equity Premium Income ETF0.25%45.59MSep 2024
Fidelity Yield Enhanced Equity ETF0.28%185.18MApr 2024
Global X Treasury Bond Enhanced Income ETF0.29%Jul 2025

Highest-Yield Derivative Income ETFs

The top Derivative Income ETFs is MST (1,434.91%). Across the lineup, Derivative Income ETFs show an average dividend yield of 50.90%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
Defiance Leveraged Long Income MSTR ETF1,434.91%18.77MMay 2025
GraniteShares YieldBOOST COIN ETF423.17%22.92MJul 2025
Roundhill MSTR WeeklyPay ETF367.37%48.57MJul 2025
Bitwise COIN Option Income Strategy ETF354.83%Apr 2025
YieldMax™ MSTR Option Income Strategy ETF314.78%906.57MFeb 2024

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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot

The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.

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