(BUYW) Main Buywrite - Overview

ETF Category: Derivative Income | Exchange: BATS (USA) | Market Cap: 1.197m USD | Total Return: 10.6% in 12m

Equity ETFs, Call Options, Put Options
Total Rating 50
Safety 49
Buy Signal 0.13
Derivative Income
Category Rotation: +4.6
TER: 1.29%
AUM: 1.20B
Avg Turnover: 4.39M
Risk 3d forecast
Volatility4.52%
VaR 5th Pctl0.84%
VaR vs Median3.87%
Reward TTM
Sharpe Ratio1.25
Rel. Str. IBD43.8
Rel. Str. Peer Group25.8
Character TTM
Beta0.300
Beta Downside0.279
Hurst Exponent0.418
Drawdowns 3y
Max DD9.36%
CAGR/Max DD0.98
CAGR/Mean DD20.23

Warnings

No concerns identified

Tailwinds

No distinct edge detected

Description: BUYW Main Buywrite

The Main Buywrite ETF (BUYW) utilizes a buy-write strategy, which involves holding a portfolio of domestic and international equity ETFs while simultaneously selling call options against those positions. This derivative income approach is designed to generate cash flow from option premiums, potentially offsetting market volatility or enhancing total returns in flat or moderately rising markets.

In addition to covered calls, the fund writes secured put options to collect further premiums. This dual strategy classifies BUYW within the derivative income sector, a category that has seen significant growth as investors seek alternative yield sources outside of traditional fixed income. By utilizing ETFs as its underlying holdings, the fund maintains diversified exposure to global equity markets while overlaying an options-based income layer.

For more detailed insights into this funds performance metrics, you can explore further data on ValueRay.

Headlines to Watch Out For
  • Option premium income volatility impacts total fund distribution yield
  • Equity market volatility dictates pricing of written call and put options
  • Domestic and international ETF performance drives underlying asset net asset value
  • Interest rate fluctuations affect collateral yields on secured put option strategies
  • Broad equity market trends determine the frequency of option exercise events
What is the price of BUYW shares?

As of May 26, 2026, the stock is trading at USD 14.44 with a total of 216,200 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +0.78%, over one month by +1.42%, over three months by +2.51% and over the past year by +10.56%.

Is BUYW a buy, sell or hold?

Main Buywrite has no consensus analysts rating.