YieldMax HOOD Option Income Strategy ETF (HOOY) High-Yield ETF Calculator

Calculate YieldMax HOOD Option Income Strategy ETF total returns with DRIP scenarios, analyze ultra-high dividend yields, and track covered call performance. Specialized tools for income-focused YieldMax ETF investing.

$67.56
$0.00 (0.00%)

Last updated: Market close

YieldMax ETFHigh Yield
98.8%
Forward Yield
Avg. Recent 3
62.0%
TTM Yield
Trailing 12M
$0.006B
Assets
Under Mgmt
0.99%
Expense
Ratio
$78.77
52W High
Price Range
$51.76
52W Low
Price Range

📋 Covered Call Strategy Overview

HOOY employs a synthetic covered call strategy to generate high income distributions. The fund focuses on HOOD optionsto collect premiums while maintaining exposure to the underlying assets. Note: High yields come with increased volatility and potential NAV erosion.

HOOY Total Return Performance (With vs Without DRIP)

Available data range: 5/8/2025 - 9/12/2025
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Performance Analysis Methodology

Data Sources:
  • • Alpha Vantage API for historical prices
  • • Real dividend payment dates and amounts
  • • Actual ex-dividend date pricing
  • • No simulated or estimated data
Calculations:
  • • DRIP assumes reinvestment at market price
  • • Total return includes all distributions
  • • Price return excludes dividend payments
  • • All returns are time-weighted
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Total Return (No DRIP)
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Dividend Calculator for HOOY (With or Without DRIP)

Investment Parametersfor HOOY

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HOOY Investment Growth Projection

Projected growth and dividend income after 20 years of investing in HOOY

Total Value

$89,820,664,444

Total Dividends

$80,481,861,429

Total Contributions

$130,000

Capital Gains

$9,338,673,015

Final Dividend Yield164.5%
Annual Income$147,758,996,962

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of your investment growth over time

Disclaimer: These calculations are hypothetical projections for educational purposes only. Actual investment returns may vary significantly due to market conditions, dividend changes, and other factors. Not financial advice - consult a qualified advisor before investing.

HOOY Dividend History & Analysis

Complete distribution history with yield calculations and payment tracking

$3.856
Latest Distribution
8/21/2025
$5.140
Average Distribution
24-Month Average
30.4%
TTM Yield
Trailing 12 Months
$20.56
TTM Total
Per Share
Ex-DatePay DateAmountEx-Div PriceYield
8/21/20258/25/2025$3.856$64.1878.1%
7/24/20257/28/2025$6.898$66.00135.9%
6/26/20256/30/2025$6.503$62.90134.4%
5/29/20256/2/2025$3.304$55.9276.8%

Distribution Trends

  • Highest Distribution:$6.898
  • Lowest Distribution:$3.304
  • Distribution Consistency:Variable
  • Payment Schedule:Every 4 Weeks
  • Payment Reliability:Consistent

🔍 Yield Analysis

  • Current Forward Yield:62.0%
  • 6-Month Avg Yield:33.5%
  • Yield Stability:Moderate
  • vs Traditional Dividends:Much Higher

Data Source

  • • Real distribution data from Alpha Vantage API
  • • Historical dividend amounts and ex-dividend dates
  • 4 distributions in our database
  • • Payment dates calculated (ex-date + 2 business days)

Important Notes

  • • MSTY pays every 4 weeks (13 times per year)
  • • Ex-dates are Wednesdays, pay dates are Fridays
  • • Distribution amounts vary based on options premium
  • • Some distributions may include return of capital

HOOY "House Money" Calculator

Calculate when distributions equal your initial investment - playing with "house money"

$
148
Shares
@ $67.56/share
$517
Per Month
Est. Distribution
19M
Break Even
Time to House Money
62%
Annual Yield
Current Estimate

Distribution Timeline to Break Even

Month 1+$517
$517
5% recovered
Month 2+$517
$1033
10% recovered
Month 3+$517
$1550
16% recovered
Month 4+$517
$2067
21% recovered
Month 5+$517
$2583
26% recovered
Month 6+$517
$3100
31% recovered
Month 7+$517
$3617
36% recovered
Month 8+$517
$4133
41% recovered
Month 9+$517
$4650
47% recovered
Month 10+$517
$5167
52% recovered
Month 11+$517
$5683
57% recovered
Month 12+$517
$6200
62% recovered
Month 15+$517
$7750
78% recovered
Month 18+$517
$9300
93% recovered
Month 19+$517
$9817
98% recovered

⚠️ Important Considerations

  • • Calculations assume current yield remains constant (distributions may vary)
  • • ETF price may decline during holding period, affecting total return
  • • "House money" concept ignores opportunity cost of alternative investments
  • • Tax implications on distributions should be considered
  • • Past performance does not guarantee future results

HOOY Price vs Dividend Relationship

Track how HOOY price movements affect distribution yields over time

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Recent Data Summary

MonthPriceDistributionYield

Key Relationships

  • Inverse Correlation: As price drops, yield increases
  • Distribution Variability: Payouts fluctuate with market conditions
  • Yield Amplification: Price declines magnify yield percentages
  • Income Consistency: Dollar amounts vary but payments continue

⚠️ Important Considerations

  • • High yields often indicate price depreciation
  • • Focus on total return, not just yield percentage
  • • Distribution cuts can occur during market stress
  • • Options premiums drive distribution amounts

HOOY vs Market Benchmarks

MetricHOOYSPYQQQ
YTD Price Return-12.5%+8.2%+15.1%
YTD Total Return+25.2%+8.2%+15.1%
1-Year Total Return+35.8%+12.5%+18.3%
Current Yield62.0%1.8%0.6%

HOOY Advantages

  • • Ultra-high dividend yield for income investors
  • • Strong total return performance including distributions
  • Monthly income payments
  • • Potential outperformance in sideways markets

Trade-offs vs Index ETFs

  • • Price depreciation vs capital appreciation
  • • Higher volatility and complexity
  • • Tax implications of frequent distributions
  • • Performance depends on options market conditions

HOOY Comparative Performance Chart

Interactive comparison of HOOY total returns vs SPY and QQQ benchmarks

HOOY Distribution Schedule

Monthly DistributionsYieldMax Group CEvery 28 days
Monthly distributions every 4 weeks (Group C schedule)
Confirmed schedule based on 4 historical distributions

Distribution Timeline

Declaration
Wednesday
Announcement
Ex-Dividend
Thursday
Record Date
Payment
Friday
Cash Received

Projected Distribution Dates

Next Expected
Ex: 9/18/2025
Pay: 9/19/2025
Month 1
Projected
Ex: 10/16/2025
Pay: 10/17/2025
Month 2
Projected
Ex: 11/13/2025
Pay: 11/14/2025
Month 3
Projected
Ex: 12/11/2025
Pay: 12/12/2025
Month 4
Projected
Ex: 1/8/2026
Pay: 1/9/2026
Month 5
Projected
Ex: 2/5/2026
Pay: 2/6/2026
Month 6
YieldMax C Schedule: HOOY follows YieldMax's Group C monthly distribution schedule (every 4 weeks). Declarations on Wednesday, ex-dividend on Thursday, payments on Friday. Dates may shift for holidays or market closures. Verify dates on the official YieldMax distribution schedule.

Tax Considerations for High-Yield ETFs

Return of Capital (ROC)

  • YieldMax ETFs often include ROC in distributions
  • ROC reduces your cost basis (not immediately taxable)
  • Final ROC amounts available in year-end tax documents

Income Planning

  • Consider holding in tax-advantaged accounts when possible
  • High distribution frequency may complicate tax planning
  • Consult tax professionals for personalized advice