TDAQ vs. GPIQ

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

TDAQ (TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF) and GPIQ (Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Core Premium Income ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - TDAQ is a Derivative Income fund actively managed by TappAlpha, while GPIQ is a Nasdaq-100 fund actively managed by Goldman Sachs. Both are actively managed. With a 0.95 correlation, they move nearly in lockstep. TDAQ charges 0.83%/yr vs 0.29%/yr for GPIQ.

Performance

TDAQ vs. GPIQ - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF (TDAQ) and Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Core Premium Income ETF (GPIQ). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

The year-to-date returns for both investments are quite close, with TDAQ having a 16.29% return and GPIQ slightly higher at 16.75%.

TDAQ

• 1D: -1.94%
• 1M: -3.03%
• 6M: 16.29%
• YTD: 16.29%
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

GPIQ

• 1D: -1.26%
• 1M: -1.11%
• 6M: 16.75%
• YTD: 16.75%
• 1Y: 31.33%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

TDAQ vs. GPIQ - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025
TDAQ TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF	16.29%	9.61%
GPIQ Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Core Premium Income ETF	16.75%	8.02%

Correlation

The correlation between TDAQ and GPIQ is 0.95 - these two move nearly in lockstep. At this level, holding both provides almost no diversification benefit. If you already own one, adding the other does little to reduce portfolio risk.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Sep 4, 2025	0.95

TDAQ vs. GPIQ - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	TDAQ	GPIQ
Technology	58.7%	58.7%
Communication Services	14.3%	14.1%
Consumer Cyclical	11.4%	11.6%
Consumer Defensive	6.4%	6.4%
Healthcare	3.7%	3.6%
Industrials	2.6%	2.6%
Utilities	1.2%	1.3%
Basic Materials	1.0%	1.0%
Energy	0.5%	0.5%
Financial Services	0.2%	0.2%
Real Estate	0.1%	0.1%

Return for Risk

TDAQ vs. GPIQ — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

TDAQ

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

GPIQ

GPIQ Risk / Return Rank: 75
GPIQ Sharpe Ratio Rank: 74
GPIQ Sortino Ratio Rank: 70
GPIQ Omega Ratio Rank: 74
GPIQ Calmar Ratio Rank: 75
GPIQ Martin Ratio Rank: 81

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

TDAQ vs. GPIQ - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF (TDAQ) and Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Core Premium Income ETF (GPIQ). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	TDAQ	GPIQ	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	—	2.04	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	—	2.70	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	—	1.37	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	—	3.31	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	—	13.74	—

Drawdowns

TDAQ vs. GPIQ - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum TDAQ drawdown since its inception was -11.31%, smaller than the maximum GPIQ drawdown of -21.06%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for TDAQ and GPIQ.

Drawdown Indicators

	TDAQ	GPIQ	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-11.31%	-21.06%	+9.75%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-9.51%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-3.66%	-1.61%	-2.05%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-2.39%	-2.27%	-0.12%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	2.29%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	TDAQ	GPIQ	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	8.36%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	12.91%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	18.71%	15.48%	+3.23%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	18.71%	17.92%	+0.79%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	18.71%	17.92%	+0.79%

TDAQ vs. GPIQ - Expense Ratio Comparison

TDAQ has a 0.83% expense ratio, which is higher than GPIQ's 0.29% expense ratio.

Dividends

TDAQ vs. GPIQ - Dividend Comparison

TDAQ's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 12.00%, more than GPIQ's 9.68% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023
GPIQ Goldman Sachs Nasdaq-100 Core Premium Income ETF	9.68%	9.81%	9.18%	1.74%
TDAQ TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF	12.00%	4.32%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both TDAQ and GPIQ in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 0.95, TDAQ and GPIQ move almost identically. Holding both adds very little diversification - you're essentially doubling your position in the same market segment. Choosing one is usually more capital-efficient.

Which ETF is better, TDAQ or GPIQ?

On fees, GPIQ is cheaper at 0.29% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, TDAQ or GPIQ?

GPIQ is cheaper with a 0.29% expense ratio, compared with 0.83% for TDAQ.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, TDAQ or GPIQ?

TDAQ has the higher dividend yield at 12.00%, compared with 9.68% for GPIQ.

What is the main difference between TDAQ and GPIQ?

TDAQ is categorized as Derivative Income, while GPIQ is Nasdaq-100. They also come from different issuers: TappAlpha and Goldman Sachs. Their fees differ too: 0.83% for TDAQ and 0.29% for GPIQ.