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JEPQ significantly underperformed the Nasdaq-100 (QQQ) over the past year, returning 25.66% compared to QQQ's 33.49%. — Direct evidence of substantial opportunity cost for investors using covered-call strategies during bullish Nasdaq rallies.
-0.40JEPQ's monthly distributions are shrinking as market volatility (VIX) declines from its 12-month average. — Reduced volatility lowers option premiums, directly diminishing the primary income draw for JEPQ holders.
-0.30The yield advantage of JEPQ over risk-free alternatives is narrowing with the 10-year Treasury yield at 4.38%. — Higher risk-free rates make the risk-profile of covered-call ETFs less attractive relative to government bonds.
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JEPQ distributions are primarily taxed as ordinary income rather than qualified dividends, creating a significant tax drag for taxable accounts. — Higher tax liabilities reduce the net effective return for retail investors compared to capital gains-focused ETFs.
-0.20JEPQ carries a higher expense ratio (0.35%) compared to QQQ (0.20%) and QQQM (0.15%). — Higher management fees create a persistent, albeit smaller, drag on long-term compounded returns.
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The article positions this fund as a superior alternative to JEPQ due to lower costs and higher returns during index rallies.
The article highlights the fund's underperformance relative to the Nasdaq-100, tax inefficiencies, and shrinking payouts due to fading volatility.
The article recommends this fund for its low expense ratio and ability to deliver full index upside.
[mutual] Both funds target investors seeking exposure to the Nasdaq-100, though they employ different strategies for income and growth.
[mutual] Both funds target investors seeking exposure to the Nasdaq-100, though they employ different strategies for income and growth.
[mutual] The article refers to QQQM as a 'cheaper sibling' of QQQ, both providing straight Nasdaq-100 exposure.
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