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
- 47.58%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 14.05%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 45 / 100
The Best Derivative Income ETFs
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Best Derivative Income ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Derivative Income ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are CHPY (97) and THTA (94).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YieldMax Semiconductor Portfolio Option Income ETF | 97 | 1.16B | Apr 2025 | |
| SoFi Enhanced Yield ETF | 94 | 34.73M | Nov 2023 | |
| YieldMax GOOGL Option Income Strategy ETF | 93 | 262.22M | Jul 2023 | |
| YieldMax AMD Option Income Strategy ETF | 92 | 409.32M | Sep 2023 | |
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Covered Call ETF | 91 | 8.44B | Dec 2013 |
Best-Performing Derivative Income ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Derivative Income ETFs is OVL (14.36%).
Across the lineup, Derivative Income ETFs show an average 1-year return of 14.05% and an average 5-year return of 10.19%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overlay Shares Large Cap Equity ETF | 14.36% | 182.90M | Sep 2019 | |
| FT Vest Gold Strategy Target Income ETF | 13.37% | 543.16M | Mar 2021 | |
| Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call & Growth ETF | 13.18% | 157.81M | Sep 2020 | |
| First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF | 11.66% | 908.39M | Jan 2014 | |
| UBS AG ETRACS Gold Shares Covered Call ETNs due Fe... | 11.59% | 180.36M | Jan 2013 |
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.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parametric Equity Plus ETF | 0.10% | 27.32M | Nov 2024 | |
| State Street US Equity Premium Income ETF | 0.25% | 45.59M | Sep 2024 | |
| iShares S&P 500 BuyWrite ETF | 0.25% | 303.13M | Mar 2024 | |
| Fidelity Yield Enhanced Equity ETF | 0.28% | 185.18M | Apr 2024 | |
| Global X Treasury Bond Enhanced Income ETF | 0.29% | — | Jul 2025 |
Highest-Yield Derivative Income ETFs
The top Derivative Income ETFs is MST (997.24%).
Across the lineup, Derivative Income ETFs show an average dividend yield of 47.58%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance Leveraged Long Income MSTR ETF | 997.24% | 18.77M | May 2025 | |
| GraniteShares YieldBOOST COIN ETF | 410.80% | 22.92M | Jul 2025 | |
| Bitwise COIN Option Income Strategy ETF | 332.39% | — | Apr 2025 | |
| Roundhill MSTR WeeklyPay ETF | 288.49% | 48.57M | Jul 2025 | |
| GraniteShares YieldBOOST TSLA ETF | 272.05% | 81.38M | Dec 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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