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The Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call & Growth ETF aims to replicate the performance of the Cboe Russell 2000 Half BuyWrite Index, focusing on both price appreciation and yield. The fund’s investment strategy involves allocating at least 80% of its net assets to securities that are either components of the index or have similar economic characteristics. This approach ensures that the fund closely tracks the performance of the underlying index, providing investors with exposure to the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity market.
The Cboe Russell 2000 Half BuyWrite Index, which the fund seeks to emulate, is designed to measure the performance of a covered call strategy applied to a theoretical portfolio of Russell 2000 Index stocks. This strategy involves holding a portfolio of small-cap stocks while selling call options on a portion of the portfolio. The covered call strategy aims to generate additional income through option premiums, potentially enhancing overall returns while providing some level of downside protection.
The ETF utilizes a combination of equity securities and options to achieve its investment objectives. By investing in the securities of the Russell 2000 Index and implementing a covered call strategy, the fund seeks to deliver a balance of growth potential and income. This dual approach is intended to capture the upside potential of small-cap stocks while also providing income through the option premiums collected from the call options sold.
The fund's strategy of combining growth-oriented investments with an income-generating covered call overlay allows investors to benefit from the performance of small-cap equities while mitigating some risks associated with market volatility. As such, it caters to investors looking for both capital appreciation and income from their small-cap investments. This fund's approach to small-cap investing through a covered call strategy is designed to provide a more tailored investment experience with potential for enhanced returns and income generation.
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