ULTY seeks current income through option premiums while potentially benefiting from the share price returns of select US stocks subject to investment gain. Utilizing quantitative screens, the sub-adviser selects 15-30 securities based on implied volatility, upcoming events, trading volumes, and liquidity, although it may hold as few as five stocks. Positions are constructed through a blend of traditional and synthetic covered call strategies, with allocations determined based on market conditions and the cost-effectiveness of direct holdings versus synthetic positions. The fund writes call options with a strike price around 15% above the current share price of the underlying securities. Despite its focus on income generation, the strategy inherently limits upside potential beyond a certain threshold. Monthly income is sourced from writing call options, dividends from direct investments, and US treasuries. Regular reviews and active trading may result in high portfolio turnover.
