Nicolae Popescu/iStock via Getty Images Overview After assessing a plethora of different high-yield option ETFs over the last year, I've been able to closely observe how different portfolio strategies can significantly skew performance. The TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF ( TDAQ ) is one of the new ETFs on the block, with an inception of September 2025. The ETF aims to provide a...
Nicolae Popescu/iStock via Getty Images Overview After assessing a plethora of different high-yield option ETFs over the last year, I've been able to closely observe how different portfolio strategies can significantly skew performance. The TappAlpha Innovation 100 Growth & Daily Income ETF ( TDAQ ) is one of the new ETFs on the block, with an inception of September 2025. The ETF aims to provide a high dividend yield and attractive total returns while providing exposure to the daily price movements of the Nasdaq-100 Index ( NDX ). Although the fund's operating history is short, I believe that we can accurately estimate how the fund is likely to perform through different market scenarios. Looking at the performance since inception, we can see that the share price has marginally increased by 3.35%. When including all distributions that were paid out to shareholders, the total return jumps up to 9.51% over the same time frame, which is great for only a few months of operating history. The main appeal of TDAQ is the high estimated annualized dividend yield of 17.7% and monthly payouts. This makes TDAQ an enticing choice for investors that want to generate a high level of income within their portfolio without entirely sacrificing the growth of the index. The fund has demonstrated its ability to keep payouts within a consistent range so far. Data by YCharts Additionally, the fund has been able to issue payouts in a tax-efficient manner so far. This is great for investors that want to collect a high yield but also want to avoid the possibility of greater tax burdens. While the high yield makes this an enticing choice, there are certainly some potential risks that investors should consider before initiating a position. For instance, TDAQ is likely to underperform over a longer holding period. Fund Strategy According to the latest fund overview , TDAQ has total net assets of $108M and maintains a reasonable expense ratio of 0.68% of assets. Although this expense ratio is a b...
Gold fell, following its biggest plunge in more than a decade. Silver also sank deeper, reversing a record-breaking rally. The metals rally accelerated sharply in January, as investors piled into gold and silver on renewed concerns about geopolitical turmoil, currency debasement and the Federal Reserve’s independence. Bloomberg’s Martin Ritchie breaks down the situation.
Gold fell, following its biggest plunge in more than a decade. Silver also sank deeper, reversing a record-breaking rally. The metals rally accelerated sharply in January, as investors piled into gold and silver on renewed concerns about geopolitical turmoil, currency debasement and the Federal Reserve’s independence. Bloomberg’s Martin Ritchie breaks down the situation.
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) shares closed at $430.41 on January 30, up $13.84, or 3.32%, before edging down 0.18% to $429.63 in after-hours trading, as investors reassess whether the company’s ambitious push into artificial intelligence, autonomy, and robotics can justify its increasingly stretched valuation. With a market capitalization of roughly $1.615 trillion, Tesla remains one of the most valuable co...
Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) shares closed at $430.41 on January 30, up $13.84, or 3.32%, before edging down 0.18% to $429.63 in after-hours trading, as investors reassess whether the company’s ambitious push into artificial intelligence, autonomy, and robotics can justify its increasingly stretched valuation. With a market capitalization of roughly $1.615 trillion, Tesla remains one of the most valuable companies in the world. Still, the stock is now widely viewed as entering a valuation check phase rather than a momentum-driven rally. The reassessment comes as Tesla trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio estimated between 196x and 273x, a level that sharply separates it from traditional automakers and even most high-growth technology peers. While bulls argue the premium reflects Tesla’s long-term AI optionality, skeptics note that current earnings still rely heavily on vehicle sales. Earnings Beat, but Valuation Questions Persist Tesla recently reported earnings per share of $0.50, topping expectations of $0.45, offering near-term support for the stock. However, analyst sentiment remains cautious, with a consensus “Hold” rating, signaling that much of the upside tied to future innovation may already be priced in. Compared with global EV rival BYD, which trades at far lower multiples, Tesla’s valuation underscores how investors increasingly categorize the company as a technology and software platform rather than a pure auto manufacturer. That distinction is now being tested as markets demand clearer execution milestones. Robotaxi and FSD at the Center of the AI Thesis At the heart of Tesla’s long-term narrative is its Robotaxi, or “Cybercab,” program, which management has positioned as a transformational revenue driver. Tesla has reiterated expectations for a 2026 production ramp, with early deployment likely centered in Austin, Texas, where regulatory flexibility could accelerate rollout. The robotaxi strategy is tightly linked to Full Self-Driving (FSD), which Tesla c...
(RTTNews) - Ansell Limited (ANSLF), a safety and protection solutions provider, on Monday announced the launch of TouchNTuff 93-800, a new disposable glove designed to provide extended protection against aggressive solvents, including acetone. The company said the glove offers at least 15 minutes of acetone resistance, significantly longer than that of conventional nitrile disposable gloves. Built...
(RTTNews) - Ansell Limited (ANSLF), a safety and protection solutions provider, on Monday announced the launch of TouchNTuff 93-800, a new disposable glove designed to provide extended protection against aggressive solvents, including acetone. The company said the glove offers at least 15 minutes of acetone resistance, significantly longer than that of conventional nitrile disposable gloves. Built with Ansell's MICROCHEM Chemical Barrier Technology, the multi-layer glove meets EN ISO 374-1 Type A standards for protection against ketones and harsh solvents. The glove is also certified to EN388 2110A for abrasion and cut resistance, while its ergonomic design is intended to enhance dexterity and reduce hand fatigue. In solvent-intensive industries, standard disposable gloves can degrade quickly, increasing changeovers and exposure risks. TouchNTuff 93-800 is designed to deliver more reliable protection during solvent handling and cleaning tasks. TouchNTuff 93-800 is currently available through authorized Ansell distributors and sales representatives in selected regions. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Norway’s crown princess, whose son goes on trial on Tuesday on rape charges, has found herself embroiled in another scandal after newly unsealed files revealed her unexpected friendship with late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The latest scandal has even raised questions about whether Mette-Marit, a commoner who married Crown Prince Haakon in 2001, could still become queen one day. Her name appe...
Norway’s crown princess, whose son goes on trial on Tuesday on rape charges, has found herself embroiled in another scandal after newly unsealed files revealed her unexpected friendship with late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The latest scandal has even raised questions about whether Mette-Marit, a commoner who married Crown Prince Haakon in 2001, could still become queen one day. Her name appears at least 1,000 times in the millions of new Epstein documents released by the US Department of Justice on Friday, according to Norwegian daily VG. Advertisement Messages between the two published in Norwegian media date from 2011 to 2014. In one email, Mette-Marit asked Epstein if it was “inappropriate for a mother to suggest two naked women carrying a surfboard for my 15 yr old son’s wallpaper”. Advertisement In another, she told him he was “very charming”.
Interpol issued a red notice for the arrest of one of Indonesia’s biggest oil tycoons over a US$285 million corruption scandal, police said late on Sunday. Mohammad Riza Chalid, 66, nicknamed the “gasoline godfather”, is wanted in Indonesia for his alleged involvement in corruption at state-owned oil company Pertamina between 2018 and 2023, including for money laundering and manipulating a lease a...
Interpol issued a red notice for the arrest of one of Indonesia’s biggest oil tycoons over a US$285 million corruption scandal, police said late on Sunday. Mohammad Riza Chalid, 66, nicknamed the “gasoline godfather”, is wanted in Indonesia for his alleged involvement in corruption at state-owned oil company Pertamina between 2018 and 2023, including for money laundering and manipulating a lease agreement. Untung Widyatmoko, secretary of Interpol’s Indonesia National Central Bureau, said a red notice had been issued by Interpol on January 23. Advertisement “We can confirm that the individual is currently in an Interpol member country, and his location has been mapped and placed under surveillance. Our team is currently in the country concerned,” he said, as reported by Antara news agency. A red notice is a “request to law enforcement worldwide to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition, surrender, or similar legal action”, according to Interpol. It is based on an arrest warrant or court order issued by the judicial authorities in the requesting country. Advertisement The notice was sent to Interpol’s 196 member countries to request law enforcement worldwide to help locate and provisionally arrest Riza. In July, Riza, his son, Muhammad Kerry Adrianto Riza, and several of Pertamina’s high-ranking officials were named in the corruption case.