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Yieldmax PYPL Option Income Strategy ETF (PYPY)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: PYPY (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -2.8% | Avg. Invested days 60 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 11.01 - 19.74 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 11.01 - 19.74 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Tidal Trust II
ETF Overview
Overview
The Yieldmax PYPL Option Income Strategy ETF (PYPY) is designed to generate income by investing in options on PayPal (PYPL) stock. The ETF primarily utilizes a covered call strategy to produce high monthly income.
Reputation and Reliability
YieldMax is a relatively new ETF issuer focusing on covered call strategies. Their reputation is building, focused on high income at the expense of capital appreciation.
Management Expertise
YieldMax has a dedicated management team specializing in options strategies, although they are new to the market.
Investment Objective
Goal
The primary goal of PYPY is to generate current income through the use of options on PYPL stock.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: PYPY employs a covered call strategy on PayPal stock to generate income. It does not track a specific index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds short-dated call options and cash or cash equivalents. Its performance is tied directly to the price fluctuations of PayPal stock and the effectiveness of its options strategy.
Market Position
Market Share: PYPY's market share is relatively small as it is a niche ETF with a specific strategy.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 61590770
Competitors
Key Competitors
- JEPQ
- QYLD
- XYLD
- FEPI
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape for income-generating ETFs is crowded. PYPY differentiates itself by focusing solely on PayPal (PYPL). Its advantage lies in potentially higher income if the covered call strategy is well-executed and PYPL remains range bound. Disadvantages include concentrated risk in PYPL and potential underperformance in a strong PYPL uptrend.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data is limited due to the ETF's recent inception. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance is not benchmarked against a broad market index, but rather against the performance of PayPal stock and option premiums.
Expense Ratio: 0.99
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume can vary; check recent data for the most accurate picture, but it is moderately active.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread should be monitored to minimize trading costs, and can vary based on market conditions.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
PYPY is affected by the volatility of PayPal stock, interest rate changes affecting options pricing, and overall market sentiment towards the technology sector.
Growth Trajectory
The growth trajectory of PYPY depends on the continued interest in income-generating ETFs and the performance of PayPal stock. Changes to the covered call strategy could occur based on market conditions.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
PYPY's competitive advantage is its targeted covered call strategy specifically on PayPal stock. This allows investors to gain exposure to PayPal with an income-generating component. However, its niche focus can also be a disadvantage, as it lacks diversification. The high yield potential attracts income-seeking investors, differentiating it from broader covered call ETFs.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
PYPY's volatility is expected to be high due to its options-based strategy and concentration in a single stock.
Market Risk
The market risk associated with PYPY includes the risk of PayPal stock declining in value, reduced option premiums, and changes in interest rates.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor for PYPY is an income-seeking investor who is comfortable with high risk and understands options strategies. They should have a bullish to neutral outlook on PayPal.
Market Risk
PYPY is best suited for active traders and investors seeking high current income, but not for passive index followers or those seeking long-term capital appreciation.
Summary
The Yieldmax PYPL Option Income Strategy ETF (PYPY) is a niche ETF designed to generate high monthly income by employing a covered call strategy on PayPal stock. It is suitable for investors seeking income and comfortable with the high risk associated with options and single-stock concentration. Its performance depends heavily on the price movements of PayPal and the effectiveness of the options strategy. While it offers high yield potential, investors should carefully consider its risks and expense ratio.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Yieldmax website
- ETF.com
- Bloomberg
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investing in ETFs involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Tidal Trust II
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The fund advisor will employ the fund's investment strategy as the fund relates to PYPL regardless of whether there are periods of adverse market, economic, or other conditions and will not take temporary defensive positions during such periods. The fund is non-diversified.
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