How A $1,000,000 Portfolio Can Produce $6,000 In Monthly Dividends

A $1M hybrid portfolio can generate sustainable $6,000 monthly income with growth and capital protection elements. The portfolio balances dividend growth (SCHD, VYM), credit, real assets, options, and commodities to diversify income streams and risk. Option ETFs provide high, tax-efficient income but carry NAV erosion risk during prolonged downturns or capped upside in rallies.

Seeking Alpha • 18 hours ago

This Gold ETF Turns a Non-Yielding Asset Into Monthly Income—But There's a Catch

As gold trades more than 20% below its late-January intraday record, many of the macro conditions that fueled its multi-year rally remain in place. For investors who still see a long-term case for the precious metal, however, one drawback remains unchanged: gold itself doesn't generate income.

MarketBeat • Sep 17, 2026

Two 13%+ Dividends On Sale, This Is Why I'm Bullish

Volatility in major indices has expanded the opportunity set for bargain hunting. In this context, I see opportunities that carry structurally attractive theses, but have been pushed down due to their magnified vol characteristics. I discuss 2 high-yield bargains for income investors willing to accept volatility while awaiting long-term value realization.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 16, 2026

Seeking Diversified, High-Yield Income As The Outcome With Five NEOS ETFs

NEOS ETFs offer high-yield, monthly income across diverse asset classes, avoiding large-cap tech exposure and enhancing portfolio diversification. Goldman Sachs' planned $2.25B acquisition of NEOS underscores the platform's rapid growth and innovation in options-based income ETFs. Five NEOS funds—NIHI, MLPI, IYRI, IWMI, and IAUI—provide yields from 9.7% to 14.5%, with strategies tailored to international, MLP, real estate, small cap, and gold assets.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 15, 2026

2 Covered Call ETFs That Deserve More Attention Now

The 2018–2020 yield desert marked an inflection point for covered call ETFs. Starting from the inception of JEPI, many names have emerged that have been widely adopted by income-oriented investors. However, apart from "7-10" flagship names, other instruments haven't managed to attract significant AuM figures.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 30, 2026

IAUI Vs. KGLD: More Upside Wins

The NEOS Gold High Income ETF and the Kurv Gold Enhanced Income ETF both monetize gold upside for income but diverge in structure and return patterns, warranting close comparison for yield-focused gold investors. KGLD's upside exposure to gold sits near 86% against IAUI's ~50%, and it pays 15.80% to IAUI's 11.80%. More of the rally and more income. KGLD looks more nimble in its options book, shifting cadence week to week. IAUI prices were at the money and had its strikes breached repeatedly this year.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 24, 2026

Gold's Renewed Momentum Puts New Shine on IAUI

There's new life in the gold market, and that momentum could represent a buying opportunity for bullion-enthused investors seeking income. The NEOS Gold High Income ETF (IAUI) is ready to meet the moment.

ETF Trends • Aug 20, 2026

5-15% Yields: The Ultimate 6 Monthly Dividend Mix For Early Retirement

Monthly dividend stocks are attractive income instruments, especially for retirees. I share a powerful mix of 6 high-quality monthly dividend payers. These monthly dividend payers yield between 5-15% and have strong underlying quality.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 19, 2026

IAUI: Gold Bulls Are Paying Up, And This 13% Fund Gets Paid

NEOS Gold High Income ETF (IAUI) is rated BUY, leveraging elevated gold call premiums to generate attractive income amid a recovering gold market. IAUI's strategy benefits from increased demand for upside gold exposure, with options income justifying the tradeoff of capped gains in a non-breakout environment. The fund's momentum has improved, trading above short-term averages but below its 200-day, supporting a recovery thesis rather than a breakout.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 17, 2026

My Near-Perfect $1 Million Retirement Portfolio

The biggest challenge facing retirees is that no investing strategy is fail-proof. I discuss a seven-bucket blueprint - along with specific picks - that should provide an attractive risk-reward profile for retirees looking to support their living expenses over the long-term. This portfolio is designed to generate an attractive current yield and strong, sustainable dividend growth over the long-term.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 14, 2026