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Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF
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XYLD performance and flow charts
Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.21% | +2.63% | +1.37% | +13.92% | +42.70% | +46.72% |
| Flows | -$39M | +$47M | -$41M | -$77M | +$715M | +$3.29B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +7.27% | +13.91% | +10.25% | +11.45% |
Max drawdown | -1.68% | -10.81% | -15.54% | -18.52% |
Max drawdown duration | 13d | 90d | 240d | 693d |
Time to recover | N/A | 77d | 193d | 524d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 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 |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 577
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF is built to track the CBOE S&P 500 BuyWrite Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | Global X |
| N° of holdings | 577 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Alternative |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 21, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
Latest news about XYLD
What type of ETF is XYLD?
XYLD is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Global X.
What index does XYLD track?
XYLD tracks the CBOE S&P 500 BuyWrite Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does XYLD 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 XYLD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of XYLD is 0.6%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was XYLD launched?
XYLD was launched on June 21, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of XYLD?
XYLD is issued by Global X.
What is the AUM of XYLD?
As of March 10, 2026, XYLD manages $3.11 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has XYLD performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, XYLD delivered a return of -0.21% over the past month (1M performance), 2.63% over the past three months (3M), and 1.37% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for XYLD?
As of March 10, 2026, XYLD has seen net flows of -$39M in the past month (1M flow) and -$41M year-to-date (YTD).
Does XYLD pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, XYLD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 10.64%.
How many holdings are in XYLD
As of January 31, 2026, XYLD holds 577 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is XYLD?
As of January 31, 2026, XYLD holds 577 securities, with 44.67% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of XYLD?
As of January 31, 2026, XYLD holds a portfolio of 577 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA, APPLE and MICROSOFT-T. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does XYLD invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, XYLD has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does XYLD focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, XYLD is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Communication Services and Financials.
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