GQI: Quality-Focused Buy-Write ETF, Still Unproven

Natixis Gateway Quality Income ETF offers an 8.6% yield via a quality-focused equity portfolio with a partial buy-write overlay. GQI's risk-adjusted returns and total performance since its December 2023 launch have lagged larger, more liquid buy-write ETF peers. The fund's moderate growth tilt, reasonable expense ratio (0.34%), and monthly distributions may appeal, but its track record is not compelling. Current market conditions favor buy-write strategies, yet GQI remains less attractive than alternatives like GPIX, SPYI, and DIVO.

Natixis Gateway Quality Income ETF ( GQI ) pairs a quality-focused equity portfolio with a partial buy-write overlay to offer an 8.6% distribution yield. The current market backdrop — record-high indexes, elevated valuations, and a seasonally volatile stretch — is a reasonable setup for This article was written by Fred Piard 16.47K Followers Follow Fred Piard, PhD. is a quantitative analyst and IT professional with over 30 years of experience working in technology. He is the author of three books and has been investing in data-driven systematic strategies since 2010. Fred runs the investing group Quantitative Risk & Value where he shares a portfolio invested in quality dividend stocks, and companies at the forefront of tech innovation. Fred also supplies market risk indicators, a real estate strategy, a bond strategy, and an income strategy in closed-end funds. Learn more.