Amplify Energy & Natural Resources Covered Call ETF

NDIV

Valor de mercado US$ 34 mi

For investors navigating a changing rate environment, derivative income strategies remain a compelling tool for generating alternative cash flows beyond standard fixed income.

The latest rebalance of VettaFi's Thematic Rotation Quality Momentum Screened Index (TQRMS), tracked by the NBI Thematic Rotation ETF (NTHM:TSX), reshapes the portfolio around a new set of themes. GLP-1 weight loss drug manufacturers and midstream energy join the index, while battery technology & storage and software-as-a-service (SaaS) exit.

Oil prices climbed further Tuesday, with Brent crude rising 1% to $97.95 a barrel and briefly touching $99.46, according to the Associated Press. The benchmark has climbed from around $72 over the past two months.

The week ended August 14 saw readers on ETF Database and ETF Trends turn mainly to stories focused on thematic ETFs, all of which involved ETFs addressing concerns that are top of mind for investors at the moment.

Active ETFs continue to gather market share at a rapid pace in 2026 with derivative income ETFs a key driver. Data through July shows total active ETF net inflows reached $457 billion.

Given that the conflict in Iran has been going on for well over five months at this point, advisors and investors are likely getting used to its economic impacts. Of course, one of the primary pressure points for the global economy has been how the Strait of Hormuz has affected gas prices.

TMX VettaFi Head of Research Todd Rosenbluth discussed thematic trends and active options-based ETFs on CNBC's ETF Edge this week.  Key Takeaways Thematic ETFs like the ROBO Global Artificial Intelligence ETF (THNQ) and the Range Nuclear Renaissance Index ETF (NUKZ) give investors precise exposure to specific investment themes.

Oil markets have entered a period of heightened volatility. Geopolitical tensions, shifting supply expectations, and uncertain demand forecasts continue to weigh on investor sentiment.

VettaFi's 2026 Midyear Outlook Symposium took place at the end of June and included insight from a wide array of asset managers and industry leaders. Topics ranged from the second-half outlook to the essential tools that investors and advisors need for their portfolios.

Given all the interest and hype over the SpaceX IPO, many advisors and investors have been increasingly gravitating towards thematic ETFs that focus on the space industry. Given that the SpaceX IPO is the largest IPO in history, this should not come as a surprise to anyone.