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Tidal Trust II Defiance S&P 500 (SPYT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: SPYT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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 19.64% | Avg. Invested days 62 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 14.38 - 18.19 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 14.38 - 18.19 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Tidal Trust II Defiance S&P 500
ETF Overview
Overview
The Defiance S&P 500 Enhanced Options Income ETF (JAPI) seeks to generate income by investing in the S&P 500 and employing an options overlay strategy. It aims to outperform the S&P 500 on a risk-adjusted basis through active management and option strategies.
Reputation and Reliability
Defiance ETFs is a relatively new but innovative issuer focusing on thematic and alternative strategies. Their reputation is growing as they launch unique ETFs.
Management Expertise
The management team has experience in options trading and portfolio management. Expertise is focused on income generation through covered call strategies.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide current income while maintaining the opportunity for capital appreciation.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Employs a covered call strategy on the S&P 500 index. It sells call options on the index to generate income.
Composition Primarily holds stocks included in the S&P 500 index. Also holds short-dated call options.
Market Position
Market Share: Data on JAPI's specific market share in the enhanced options income ETF category is limited, as it is a relatively niche area. More broadly, it competes within income ETFs.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 286250000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- XYLD
- QYLD
- JEPI
Competitive Landscape
The competitive landscape includes other covered call ETFs, each employing slightly different strategies and focusing on various indices. JAPI seeks to generate higher income than passively managed covered call ETFs. It actively manages its options overlay to optimize income and risk. Competitors like XYLD and QYLD are passively managed, tracking specific covered call indices.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies depending on market conditions and options premiums. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Benchmark Comparison: The benchmark is the S&P 500 Total Return Index. JAPIu2019s performance will differ due to the options overlay.
Expense Ratio: 0.75
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
JAPI's average trading volume is moderate, indicating reasonable liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is typically competitive, but can widen during periods of market volatility.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Market volatility, interest rates, and dividend yields affect the attractiveness of covered call strategies. Higher volatility typically leads to higher option premiums.
Growth Trajectory
The growth trajectory depends on the ETF's ability to generate consistent income and manage risk effectively, and the appeal of income generation in the current market environment.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
JAPI's competitive edge lies in its actively managed options overlay strategy, allowing for flexibility in capturing higher income opportunities. This active management differentiates it from passively managed covered call ETFs. The ability to adapt the strategy to changing market conditions can lead to improved risk-adjusted returns. Also the ETF has flexibility to manage the premium to the index on a dynamic basis.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
The covered call strategy reduces volatility compared to directly holding the S&P 500, but it also caps potential upside.
Market Risk
Market risk is still present, as the ETF holds S&P 500 stocks. Downside protection from the options premium is limited.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is one seeking income generation from their equity portfolio. Suitable for those comfortable with options strategies and willing to forgo some potential upside for income.
Market Risk
Suitable for long-term investors seeking income, but also for active traders who understand options strategies.
Summary
JAPI is an actively managed ETF that seeks to generate income by employing a covered call strategy on the S&P 500. It aims to provide current income while offering the opportunity for capital appreciation. The ETF is suitable for investors seeking income generation, but they should understand the implications of covered call strategies. Its active management differentiates it from passive competitors, potentially leading to better risk-adjusted returns.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Defiance ETFs Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
- Bloomberg
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Market conditions can change rapidly, and investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and a thorough understanding of the risks involved.
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 Defiance S&P 500
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The fund"s strategy involves holding shares of unaffiliated passively managed ETFs that seek to track the performance of the index ("Index ETFs") and selling daily credit call spreads on the index. Its daily credit call spread strategy consists of selling a call option and simultaneously buying another call option at a higher strike price for income generation. The fund is non-diversified.
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