Pacer Crypto Ethereum Covered Call ETF (ETCO)
Actively managed Ether covered call ETF from Pacer – seeks Ether price appreciation + monthly income from selling calls (income-focused strategy, launched late 2025).
Key Facts
| Issuer | Pacer ETFs |
|---|---|
| Ticker | ETCO (Cboe BZX) |
| Expense Ratio | 0.99% |
| Approx. AUM | $4.5M (as of Jan 9, 2026) |
| Type | Actively managed Ether + covered call option income |
| Inception | November 2025 (trading start) |
| Official Site | Pacer ETCO Page |
Composition / Holdings
ETCO uses synthetic Ether exposure + monthly covered calls to generate income (no direct Ether holding).
| Asset | Percentage | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Synthetic Ether Exposure | Primary | Tracks Ether price return (via derivatives) |
| Covered Call Options | Income Generating | Monthly calls sold for premium income |
| Cash/Collateral | Supporting | For option margin and stability |
Seeks Ether upside + consistent monthly income; caps gains in strong rallies due to calls. Volatility enhances premium.
Net Inflows & Outflows
Historical net flows showing demand for Ether income. Early modest inflows since late 2025 launch (AUM ~$4.5M), with growing interest in covered call strategies.
Performance Overview
Ether price return + covered call income vs. spot Ether (income boosts in flat/volatile markets; capped upside in strong rallies).
ESG & Sustainability Metrics
Estimated ESG profile for Ether exposure (post-Merge PoS improves energy score; strong on decentralization/utility; option strategy adds no direct impact).
Pros
- Generates consistent monthly income from selling covered calls on Ether
- Balances Ether price appreciation with premium income in sideways/volatile markets
- Volatility harvest enhances returns when Ether moves within range
- Established issuer (Pacer) with clear income focus
Cons
- Caps upside significantly in strong Ether bull runs due to calls
- Very small AUM/low liquidity (new fund launched late 2025)
- No direct Ether ownership; synthetic + options complexity
- Income variable and dependent on market volatility
How to Buy ETCO
Available on major US brokers (Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, Robinhood, etc.). Search ticker ETCO. Good option for investors seeking Ether exposure with monthly income generation.
Not financial advice. Investments in crypto ETFs involve high risk, including potential loss of principal. Covered call strategies cap upside and income depends on volatility. Data approximate as of January 9-11, 2026 (sources: Pacer ETFs, Yahoo Finance, ETFdb). Always verify with official sources.