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YieldMax Universe Fund of Option Income ETFs
YMAX performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.21% | +0.98% | -1.39% | -7.82% | ||
| Flows | +$1M | +$53M | -$122M | -$142M | - | - |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | YieldMax ETFs |
| N° of holdings | 197 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 16, 2024 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of May 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 197
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Latest news about YMAX
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +28.16% | +23.79% | ||
Max drawdown | -10.98% | -25.84% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 47d | 282d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is YMAX?
YMAX is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by YieldMax ETFs.
What does YMAX invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of YMAX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of YMAX is 1.33%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was YMAX launched?
YMAX was launched on January 16, 2024, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of YMAX?
YMAX is issued by YieldMax ETFs.
What is the AUM of YMAX?
As of July 17, 2026, YMAX manages $398.65 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has YMAX performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, YMAX delivered a return of -2.21% over the past month (1M performance), 0.98% over the past three months (3M), and -1.39% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for YMAX?
As of July 17, 2026, YMAX has seen net flows of +$1M in the past month (1M flow) and -$122M year-to-date (YTD).
Does YMAX pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, YMAX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 73.62%.
How many holdings are in YMAX
As of May 31, 2026, YMAX holds 197 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is YMAX?
As of May 31, 2026, YMAX holds 197 securities, with 70.86% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of YMAX?
As of May 31, 2026, YMAX holds a portfolio of 197 underlyings, with its largest positions including US912797RF64, US912797RG48 and US912797RS85. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does YMAX invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, YMAX has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does YMAX focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, YMAX is primarily exposed to Technology.
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