2 Covered Call ETFs To Shield Your Income From An AI Crash

Many income investors are more exposed to the AI trade than they realize, often through holdings that look "safe." The usual objection that de-risking means giving up attractive dividends doesn't hold up. Two covered call ETFs that I discuss in this piece barely moved during last week's AI sell-off, and the reason is in how they are built.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 18, 2026

Making Of An 8-Fund Retiree Portfolio: $5,000 Monthly Income Potentially

We expand a simple 3-ETF retirement portfolio into 6- and 8-fund models for higher diversification, income, and decent growth. The 8-fund portfolio targets a nearly 6% yield and market-matching  annualized returns, high income, inflation protection, and capital preservation. Added exposure to real estate, gold, and technology reduces sector concentration and enhances long-term inflation protection.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 17, 2026

Adams Diversified Equity Fund Reports Nine Month Results

BALTIMORE, Oct. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX) today announced the Fund's investment returns for the first nine months of 2026. The total return on the Fund's net asset value for the first nine months of 2026 was 12.9%, with dividends and capital gains reinvested. This compared to 12.8% and 11.5% total return for the S&P 500 Index and the Morningstar U.S. Large Blend category, respectively. The total return on the Fund's market price for the period was 16.6%.

GlobeNewsWire • Oct 15, 2026

My Top Pick Income Fund Beats These 6 Others: ADX

Adams Diversified Equity Fund offers retirees a compelling blend of recurring income and capital preservation, outperforming many popular income-focused CEFs. ADX's portfolio is concentrated in top-performing tech names, enabling strong total returns and a 7.7% yield, even as many peers struggle with NAV erosion. The fund's long-term NAV growth—184.3% since inception—contrasts sharply with persistent NAV declines in other high-yield CEFs.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 9, 2026

How To Potentially Retire In Your 40s

Not everyone wants to or needs to retire early. After all, a 9-5 day job brings steady income, a sense of purpose and discipline, and keeps one engaged in physical and mental activity. Still, one size does not fit all. There would be many folks who like the idea of retiring from a 9-5 job in their 40s or early 50s and pursuing something they have always dreamt about. We will discuss what it really takes to retire early and how to go about investing for early retirement, also known as FIRE (Financially Independent Retire Early).

Seeking Alpha • Oct 3, 2026

STEW Vs. ADX: Why I'd Rather Take The 8% Yield

SRH Total Return Fund remains underwhelming, with a 1.6% total return despite a market rally and a persistent 22.84% NAV discount. STEW's heavy Berkshire allocation and minimal technology exposure limit upside in an AI-driven market, risking continued underperformance versus SPY and ADX. ADX offers a compelling alternative, boasting a higher yield (~8%), significant tech exposure, and 392.3% total return over the last decade versus STEW's 209.3%.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 25, 2026

ADX and Its Listed Companies Connect with International Capital at Global Investor Roadshow in New York

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ADX and Its Listed Companies Connect with International Capital at Global Investor Roadshow in New York.

Business Wire • Sep 22, 2026

My Income Portfolio: The Knight's Move

Inspired by the horse race in the 2026 Palio di Siena, I made a financial move that I hope will be just as clever as the knight's move in chess. I decided to close out two positions in my Cupolone portfolio that I wasn't entirely convinced about, raising cash to reinvest when the opportunity arises. The purpose of this move is to use this liquidity in securities with better overall NAV performance and a greater likelihood of long-term success.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 3, 2026

8-13% Yielding Funds To Buy To Potentially Beat The Market

Most publicly traded funds struggle to beat their benchmarks. However, there are some rare exceptions. We detail some that combine high yields with exemplary total return track records.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 2, 2026

ADX: The 8% Payout Is Not What Worries Me

Adams Diversified Equity Fund is rated HOLD due to a historically narrow 1.75% discount, limiting upside for new buyers. ADX's 2024 managed-distribution policy is supported by portfolio returns, with 91% of payouts from long-term capital gains and NAV rising despite distributions. The portfolio closely tracks the S&P 500 sector weights but is more actively managed, with 68.1% turnover and selective stock overweights.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 27, 2026