2 Retirement Income Anchors Worth Buying On The Dip

Most of my income comes from a "set and forget" layer of the portfolio that gets surprisingly little of my time. A well-known dividend favorite has been beaten down, and I think the dip has created a rare entry point. There is a way to own a classic safe-haven asset without giving up yield, and one fund stands out from its peers.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 26, 2026

ETF Prime: Zeno Mercer on AI ETFs & the AI Bubble Debate

Artificial intelligence (AI) ETFs can capture growth that broad market funds miss, according to Zeno Mercer, head of robotics and AI research at VettaFi. Mercer joined ETF Prime host Nate Geraci to discuss whether heavy AI spending will pay off.

ETF Trends • Oct 21, 2026

Gold's Biggest Rally Has Given Back The Least - GLDI Over KGLD For What Comes Next

UBS ETRACS Gold Shares Covered Call ETN is downgraded from Strong Buy to Buy due to a flat-to-down outlook for gold prices. GLDI remains the preferred gold income vehicle, offering ~27.1% TTM yield and superior downside cushion in a sideways or declining gold market. KGLD is rated Sell, as its leveraged, less aggressive option strategy underperforms in non-bullish gold regimes and lacks a clear positive return path.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 15, 2026

KGLD: Strong Monthly Pay From Beaten-Down Gold Exposure

The Kurv Gold Enhanced Income ETF offers gold exposure with a dynamic options strategy, delivering a high monthly yield for income-focused investors. KGLD maintains a high correlation with IAU, outperforming typical call-writing peers by avoiding upside caps during gold rallies. Rising Treasury yields have pressured gold and KGLD, but the fund's flexible approach and monthly payouts support long-term income strategies.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 24, 2026

Create Your Own $5,000 Dividend, No Congress Required

A proposed $5,000 government check for every adult could significantly impact markets if enacted. Such helicopter money would likely drive inflation higher and steepen the yield curve, with most effects expected to be transitory. Extreme policy measures risk opening a Pandora's box of unintended consequences, especially if they become permanent.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 14, 2026

KGLD: Current Yield Looks Different After The Latest Jobs Surprise

The Kurv Gold Enhanced Income ETF is rated Buy, offering a 15.04% trailing yield with minimal one-year total return lag versus GLD. KGLD's flexible derivatives strategy enables management to balance gold upside participation and monthly income, outperforming simpler covered call funds in dynamic markets. Despite a high 1.00% expense ratio and variable payouts, KGLD's one-year record shows limited return erosion, though downside protection remains modest.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 7, 2026

2 Covered Call ETFs That Deserve More Attention Now

The 2018–2020 yield desert marked an inflection point for covered call ETFs. Starting from the inception of JEPI, many names have emerged that have been widely adopted by income-oriented investors. However, apart from "7-10" flagship names, other instruments haven't managed to attract significant AuM figures.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 30, 2026

IAUI Vs. KGLD: More Upside Wins

The NEOS Gold High Income ETF and the Kurv Gold Enhanced Income ETF both monetize gold upside for income but diverge in structure and return patterns, warranting close comparison for yield-focused gold investors. KGLD's upside exposure to gold sits near 86% against IAUI's ~50%, and it pays 15.80% to IAUI's 11.80%. More of the rally and more income. KGLD looks more nimble in its options book, shifting cadence week to week. IAUI prices were at the money and had its strikes breached repeatedly this year.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 24, 2026

Undercovered Dozen: Kayne Anderson, Franco-Nevada, Oracle And More

The Undercovered Dozen series spotlights 12 lesser-covered stocks featured on Seeking Alpha. This curated selection aims to provide fresh investment ideas and foster community discussion around under-the-radar equities. Readers are encouraged to engage, share perspectives, and highlight additional overlooked investment opportunities.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 30, 2026

KGLD: This May Be The Best ETF To Turn Gold Into Monthly Cash

Kurv's Gold Enhanced Income ETF (KGLD) offers an 18%+ yield and tax-efficient monthly income, appealing to income-focused gold investors. KGLD underperformed recently due to gold's correction, but has shown better NAV preservation and payout stability than peers IAUI and IGLD. The fund's synthetic options strategy and high ROC distributions make it attractive for taxable accounts, despite a higher expense ratio.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 27, 2026