Is YieldMax ETF TSLY Profitable Now?

In this video, I'm diving deep into YieldMax ETF TSLY after two full years since its launch. I take a detailed look at how TSLY has performed compared to its underlying stock, Tesla (TSLA), as well as its performance relative to the broader market (S&P 500). I'll also discuss the ongoing changes in dividends, NAV erosion, and whether recent dividend spikes are sustainable or simply short-term volatility-driven events.

📉 Performance Overview:

TSLY vs. Tesla Stock vs. S&P 500: I compare the ETF's returns and stability over the past year against Tesla's own stock performance and the S&P 500 index. I analyze key reasons why TSLY has lagged or outperformed at various points.

Dividends and NAV: I cover the downward trend in dividend payments and NAV, highlighting whether the recent higher distribution might be sustainable or simply due to the recent market volatility.

💸 My Personal TSLY Portfolio Update:

Over the last two years, TSLY has provided my portfolio with roughly $5,500 in dividend distributions.

On average, I've consistently reinvested about 50% of these dividends back into TSLY to lower my average cost basis and maintain steady dividend income.

If we consider only the cash distributions (without reinvesting), I'm nearing a break-even point on my original investment. However, factoring in my 50% reinvestment strategy, it could take an additional two years of steady dividends to fully return my initial cash investment—assuming NAV doesn't significantly decline further.

📈 Potential for "Free Money"?

I discuss the possibility that, once YieldMax ETFs like TSLY fully "pay for themselves," any future distributions might essentially become "free money." After reaching this breakeven milestone, subsequent dividend payouts could represent pure profit—an idea often dismissed by some investors, but one that my own portfolio experience suggests is achievable with careful reinvestment and strategic management.

🔍 Key Topics Covered:

Detailed comparison: TSLY vs. Tesla vs. S&P 500

Analysis of dividend sustainability and NAV trends

Real-world portfolio insights: my dividend reinvestment strategy, returns, and current position

Exploring the potential long-term "free money" scenario offered by YieldMax ETFs like TSLY

Join me as I give you a transparent, numbers-based evaluation of TSLY's performance, my personal investment results, and strategic insights for managing high-yield ETFs moving forward.

⚠️ Disclaimer:
This video is strictly for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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