CAIE: Clever Tool For Monetizing Stock Returns

Calamos US Eq Autocallable Income ETF (CAIE) offers a unique structure to convert long-term equity returns into high-yield monthly income. CAIE employs autocallable market-indexed notes, delivering equity-like upside as coupon payments and achieving an annualized yield near 15% since inception. The fund's design diversifies maturities and manages drawdown risk, with positive total returns even amid recent market weakness.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 5, 2026

CAIQ Vs. CAIE: Go With The Higher Barrier For Default

The Calamos Nasdaq Autocallable Income ETF (CAIQ) offers high monthly income via a structured derivatives strategy linked to the Nasdaq-100 Volatility Advantage Autocallable Index. CAIQ and CAIE share similar structures, but CAIE's lower principal and coupon barriers (60% vs. CAIQ's 70%) provide greater downside protection and may be more appealing. Both CAIQ and CAIE are rated Buy for alternative income exposure, but investors should monitor risks tied to index thresholds and limited performance history.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 5, 2026

ETF Gratitude: A Record-Breaking Year and the Power of Choice

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday break with friends and family, and a chance to express gratitude. As a proud member of the ETF industry, I have a lot to be thankful for in 2025.

ETF Trends • Dec 1, 2025

Calamos Launches Next Autocallable ETF With Nasdaq-100 Focus

With traditional yield susceptible to rate cuts and equities volatile, many investors seek alternative sources for stable, higher, predictable income. On November 20, 2025, Calamos Investments launched the Calamos Nasdaq Autocallable Income ETF (CAIQ) to address this need.

ETF Trends • Nov 21, 2025

ETF Prime: Balchunas on Crypto ETFs, Leveraged Products

On this week's episode of ETF Prime, Eric Balchunas, Bloomberg Intelligence senior ETF analyst, joins host Nate Geraci to discuss the most fascinating developments in the ETF industry, from the explosive success of crypto ETFs to the emerging “hot sauce arms race” in leveraged products.

ETF Trends • Nov 5, 2025

From the AI Power Bill to Impact of Global Currency Shifts

Every month, TMX VettaFi publishes hundreds of articles across our ETF-focused websites. Reviewing the pieces that capture our readers' attention provides a clear picture of prevailing advisor and investor sentiment.

ETF Trends • Nov 4, 2025

Autocallables May Offer Advantages Beyond Equity Income

It's no understatement to point out that the Calamos Autocallable Income ETF (CAIE) has seen meteoric flows ever since the fund launched on June 25, 2025. CAIE has already accrued over $350 million in assets under management, a testament to its appeal.

ETF Trends • Oct 30, 2025

Autocallables Offer Risk-Aware Path to Equity Income

Is it time to go on offense, or tighten your defense? That's the question many advisors and investors may be asking right now.

ETF Trends • Oct 22, 2025

ETF Prime: Calamos' Matt Kaufman Unpacks Autocallable Strategies

On this week's episode of ETF Prime, Nate Geraci hosted a detailed discussion featuring Matt Kaufman, the global head of ETFs for Calamos Investments about the Calamos Autocallable Income ETF (CAIE), the first auto callable ETF on the market, which launched in June.

ETF Trends • Oct 22, 2025

Autocallable ETF Hits $300 Million AUM in Less Than 4 Months

The Calamos Autocallable Income ETF (CAIE) has reached a notable milestone, surpassing $300 million in AUM in under four months since its launch on June 25, 2025. This rapid growth highlights strong investor interest in the fund's unique strategy, which centers on autocallables, a yield note that remains relatively unfamiliar to many retail investors.

ETF Trends • Oct 15, 2025