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Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call ETF
QYLD performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of June 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.65% | +2.97% | +4.99% | +19.73% | +43.16% | +44.04% |
| Flows | -$18M | -$158M | -$80M | -$726M | +$539M | +$6.71B |
Characteristics
The Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call ETF is built to track the CBOE Nasdaq 100 BuyWrite V2 Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides synthetic exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the index indirectly through the use of derivatives or a swap. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | Global X |
| N° of holdings | |
| Replication method | Indirect |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 11, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
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QYLD's exposure
This ETF provides synthetic exposure. It does not hold the securities of the index directly so we cannot display its exposure breakdown.
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +11.71% | +8.99% | +13.20% | +15.10% |
Max drawdown | -5.02% | -5.02% | -19.06% | -24.74% |
Max drawdown duration | 22d | 22d | 239d | 771d |
Time to recover | 10d | 10d | 193d | 462d |
Replication quality
Data as of May 29, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is QYLD?
QYLD is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Global X.
What index does QYLD track?
QYLD tracks the CBOE Nasdaq 100 BuyWrite V2 Total Return Index - USD.
What does QYLD invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of QYLD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of QYLD is 0.6%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was QYLD launched?
QYLD was launched on December 11, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of QYLD?
QYLD is issued by Global X.
What is the AUM of QYLD?
As of June 10, 2026, QYLD manages $8.15 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has QYLD performed recently?
As of June 10, 2026, QYLD delivered a return of -1.65% over the past month (1M performance), 2.97% over the past three months (3M), and 4.99% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for QYLD?
As of June 10, 2026, QYLD has seen net flows of -$18M in the past month (1M flow) and -$80M year-to-date (YTD).
Does QYLD pay dividends?
As of June 10, 2026, QYLD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 11.78%.
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