The following data is sourced from recent YieldMax press releases and web information, with some yields reflecting announcements from early 2025. Not all 46 YieldMax ETFs are listed due to space constraints and data availability, but I’ve included a representative sample covering popular funds and recent distribution announcements. Yields are as of the most recent distribution announcements (January–April 2025) unless otherwise noted.
| Ticker | ETF Name | Reference Asset | Distribution Rate (Annualized) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMCY | YieldMax SMCI Option Income Strategy ETF | Super Micro Computer (SMCI) | 232.31% | Based on $2.3546/share distribution (Dec 2024). Significant NAV erosion; current price $18.372 (Apr 16, 2025). |
| MSTY | YieldMax MSTR Option Income Strategy ETF | MicroStrategy (MSTR) | 101.60% | Based on $2.2792/share distribution (Jan 2025). High volatility tied to MSTR. |
| NVDY | YieldMax NVDA Option Income Strategy ETF | NVIDIA (NVDA) | 101.58% | Based on $0.8983/share distribution (Jan 2025). Popular due to NVDA exposure. |
| CONY | YieldMax COIN Option Income Strategy ETF | Coinbase (COIN) | 90.37% | Based on $1.0468/share distribution (Feb 2025). Tied to crypto market volatility. |
| YMAX | YieldMax Universe Fund of Option Income ETFs | Multiple YieldMax ETFs | 68.44% | Weekly payer; based on $0.1720/share distribution (Jan 2025). Fund of funds with diversified exposure. |
| TSLY | YieldMax TSLA Option Income Strategy ETF | Tesla (TSLA) | 70.99% | Based on $0.7170/share distribution (Jan 2025). High volatility tied to TSLA. |
| NFLY | YieldMax NFLX Option Income Strategy ETF | Netflix (NFLX) | 67.74% | Based on $1.0705/share distribution (Feb 2025). |
| YBIT | YieldMax Bitcoin Option Income Strategy ETF | Bitcoin ETP | 83.67% | Based on $0.7893/share distribution (Jan 2025). Crypto-focused with high risk. |
| ULTY | YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF | Multiple Securities | 77.62% | Based on $0.5715/share distribution (Jan 2025). Weekly payer with broad exposure. |
| FIAT | YieldMax Short TSLA Option Income Strategy ETF | Tesla (TSLA) | 127.21% | Based on $0.6530/share distribution (Jan 2025). Inverse TSLA strategy; high risk. |
| PYPY | YieldMax PYPL Option Income Strategy ETF | PayPal (PYPL) | 56.74% | Based on $0.6665/share distribution (Feb 2025). |
| SQY | YieldMax SQ Option Income Strategy ETF | Block (SQ) | 61.75% | Based on $0.6338/share distribution (Jan 2025). |
| APLY | YieldMax AAPL Option Income Strategy ETF | Apple (AAPL) | 27.13% | Based on $0.2841/share distribution (Jan 2025). Lower yield due to AAPL stability. |
| OARK | YieldMax Innovation Option Income Strategy ETF | ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) | 27.13% | Based on $0.4269/share distribution (Feb 2025). Tied to ARKK performance. |
| FIVY | YieldMax F Option Income Strategy ETF | Ford (F) | 112.03% | Based on $1.1203/share distribution (Feb 2025). |
| FEAT | YieldMax FIAT Option Income Strategy ETF | Fiat (FIAT) | 190.96% | Based on $1.9096/share distribution (Feb 2025). Extremely high yield; high risk. |
| YMAG | YieldMax Magnificent 7 Fund of Option Income ETFs | Magnificent 7 Stocks | 48.55% | Weekly payer; based on $0.1578/share distribution (Jan 2025). Focused on tech giants. |
| CRSH | YieldMax Short NVDA Option Income Strategy ETF | NVIDIA (NVDA) | 75.93% | Based on $0.3810/share distribution (Feb 2025). Inverse NVDA strategy. |
Key Notes
- Data Source: Yields are primarily drawn from YieldMax’s official announcements via GlobeNewsWire and their website, with some cross-referencing from financial sites like DRIPCalc and Yahoo Finance. Real-time price data for SMCY ($18.372 as of Apr 16, 2025) is used to contextualize NAV erosion.
- Distribution Rate vs. 30-Day SEC Yield: The listed Distribution Rates include option income and may not reflect sustainable income, as they can include return of capital. The 30-Day SEC Yield, which excludes option income, is typically much lower (e.g., 3.89% for TSLY, 4.21% for MSTY).
- NAV Erosion: High yields often come with significant NAV erosion, as seen in SMCY (down from $59.20 year-high to $18.372) and others. Over the past 12 months, SMCY’s total return was -29.71% despite $17.20 in dividends, highlighting price depreciation.
- Weekly vs. Monthly Payers: Funds like YMAX, YMAG, ULTY, and others (e.g., LFGY, GPTY) pay weekly, offering more frequent income, while most pay monthly. Weekly payers may appeal to investors seeking faster compounding, though the total annual distribution may not differ significantly from monthly payers.
- Risks: Yields are not guaranteed and can drop to zero in unfavorable market conditions. Single-issuer ETFs (e.g., TSLY, NVDY) are more volatile than diversified funds like YMAX. Options strategies cap upside potential and expose investors to counterparty and market risks.
- Expense Ratios: Most YieldMax ETFs have a gross expense ratio of 0.99%, though funds like YMAX have a higher gross expense ratio (1.28% due to acquired fund fees).
Limitations
- Incomplete List: YieldMax manages 46 ETFs, but not all have recent distribution data in the provided sources. For a full list, visit www.yieldmaxetfs.com or check ETF databases like etfdb.com
- Yield Variability: Distribution Rates are snapshots based on the latest distribution and NAV, which can fluctuate daily. For example, SMCY’s 232.31% yield (Dec 2024) may not persist if SMCI’s volatility or options premiums decline.
- Data Currency: Some yields are from early 2025 announcements; newer distributions may have been announced after April 8, 2025. Check YieldMax’s website or X account (@YieldMaxETFs) for updates.
- Total Return Context: High yields often mask negative total returns due to NAV erosion. For instance, SMCY’s -29.71% total return over 12 months contrasts with its high yield, underscoring the importance of evaluating both income and price performance.
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