Infrastructure Capital Advisors Partners with Nasdaq to Launch its First Nasdaq ETF: Infrastructure Capital Nasdaq Option Income ETF (QVOL)
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Infrastructure Capital Advisors partnered with Nasdaq to launch its first Nasdaq-listed ETF, the Infrastructure Capital Nasdaq Option Income ETF (QVOL). The actively managed fund targets high monthly income by writing options on Nasdaq equities while maintaining upside exposure and potential capital appreciation.
QVOL invests at least 80% of net assets in equity securities and option contracts tied to the Nasdaq Composite Index, using quantitative and qualitative analysis. Jay Hatfield, with over 30 years of experience, serves as lead portfolio manager. Infrastructure Capital manages over $3.5 billion in assets as of 04/30/2026.
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News Market Reaction – AMZA
On the day this news was published, AMZA gained 1.99%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
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| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 21 | Tax accrual update | Positive | +1.5% | Deferred tax accrual reduction increased NAV and was met with a price gain. |
Limited history shows a positive price alignment with operational/tax-related fund updates.
In the past months, AMZA reported a deferred tax accrual reduction of about $6.6 million (around $0.68 per share), which increased NAV on April 21, 2026. The unit price rose 1.48% following that announcement, indicating a constructive response to structural and tax-efficiency improvements. Today’s partnership-related ETF launch news for the broader InfraCap platform arrives with AMZA already trading near its 52-week high and above its 200-day moving average, suggesting a generally supportive backdrop for income-focused strategies.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights Infrastructure Capital’s expansion with a Nasdaq-focused option income ETF, targeting high monthly income and Nasdaq equity exposure. For AMZA holders, it adds context to a platform already emphasizing income solutions, alongside prior NAV-enhancing tax developments of about $6.6 million on April 21, 2026. Investors may watch how QVOL’s options-writing and volatility management integrate with InfraCap’s broader lineup and whether future fund-level tax or distribution updates similarly affect AMZA’s structure and appeal.
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Actively managed strategy targets high monthly income with Nasdaq equity upside exposure
QVOL is designed to deliver an attractive income stream through a disciplined options-writing strategy, while maintaining the potential for capital appreciation through selective equity positioning. The fund invests at least
"In the current market environment, investors are seeking consistent income without giving up exposure to growth, particularly in the information technology sector," said Jay Hatfield, CEO and CIO of Infrastructure Capital Advisors. "QVOL is built to monetize the increased volatility we've seen across Nasdaq-listed companies through active options strategies while maintaining the careful and pragmatic approach to portfolio and product construction that Infrastructure Capital has become well known for."
This new addition to Infrastructure Capital's suite of dynamic ETFs leverages the firm's established investment process, including company-level fundamental modeling, valuation-driven price targets, and active volatility management. The firm manages over
QVOL joins the Infrastructure Capital ETF lineup, which includes the Virtus InfraCap
Hatfield is the lead Portfolio Manager for all of the Infrastructure Capital funds and brings more than 30 years of experience to his work on behalf of clients. As of the date of this release, the firm manages more than
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About Infrastructure Capital Advisors
Infrastructure Capital Advisors, LLC (ICA) is an SEC-registered investment advisor that manages exchange traded funds (ETFs) and a series of hedge funds. The firm was formed in 2012 and is based in
Current income is a primary objective in most, but not all, of ICA's investing activities. Consequently, the focus is generally on companies that generate and distribute substantial streams of free cash flow. This approach is based on the belief that tangible assets that produce free cash flow have intrinsic values that are unlikely to deteriorate over time. For more information, please visit infracapfunds.com.
The information contained herein represents our subjective belief and opinions and should not be construed as investment, tax, legal, or financial advice. Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing. For more information about Fund strategies or Infrastructure Capital, please reach out to Craig Starr at 212-763-8336 (Craig.Starr@icmllc.com).
The Nasdaq Composite is a stock market index composed of thousands of stocks listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market®, with a particular emphasis on technology-related companies. Established in 1971, it is known for featuring a wide range of companies—from established giants like Apple and Microsoft to smaller, fast-growing firms—reflecting a broad cross-section of the
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing. For more information about the Fund, Fund strategies or Infrastructure Capital, please reach out to Craig Starr at 212-763-8336 (Craig.Starr@icmllc.com).
Investing involves risk. Principal loss is possible. The Fund is a recently organized investment company with no operating history prior to the date of this Prospectus. As a result, prospective investors have no track record or history on which to base their investment decision. Derivatives may pose risks in addition to and greater than those associated with investing directly in securities, currencies or other investments, including risks relating to leverage, imperfect correlations with underlying investments or the Fund's other portfolio holdings, high price volatility, lack of availability, counterparty credit, liquidity, valuation and legal restrictions. Options transactions involve special risks that may make it difficult or impossible to close a position when the Fund desires. The prices of securities the Adviser believes are undervalued may not appreciate as anticipated or may go down, the valuations may never improve or returns on value equity securities may be less than returns on other styles of investing or the overall stock market. Leverage is investment exposure which exceeds the initial amount invested. When the Fund borrows money for investment purposes, or when the Fund engages in certain derivative transactions, such as options, the Fund may become leveraged. A high portfolio turnover rate (portfolio turnover in excess of
Please see prospectus for discussion of risks. QVOL fund distributor, Quasar Distributors, LLC.
A word about SCAP risk: Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. An investment in the Fund may be subject to risks which include, among others, investing in equities securities, dividend paying securities, utilities, small-, mid- and large-capitalization companies, real estate investment trusts, master limited partnerships, foreign investments and emerging, debt securities, depositary receipts, market events, operational, high portfolio turnover, trading issues, active management, fund shares trading, premium/discount risk and liquidity of fund shares, which may make these investments volatile in price. Foreign investments are subject to risks, which include changes in economic and political conditions, foreign currency fluctuations, changes in foreign regulations, and changes in currency exchange rates which may negatively impact the Fund's returns. Small and Medium-capitalization companies, foreign investments and high yielding equity and debt securities may be subject to elevated risks. The Fund is a recently organized investment company with no operating history. Please see prospectus for discussion of risks. Diversification cannot assure a profit or protect against loss in a down market. SCAP is distributed by Quasar Distributors, LLC.
A word about ICAP Risk: Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. An investment in the Fund may be subject to risks which include, among others, investing in equities securities, dividend paying securities, utilities, preferred stocks, leverage, short sales, small-, mid- and large-capitalization companies, real estate investment trusts, master limited partnerships, foreign investments and emerging, debt securities, depositary receipts, market events, operational, high portfolio turnover, trading issues, options, active management, fund shares trading, premium/discount risk and liquidity of fund shares, which may make these investments volatile in price. Foreign investments are subject to risks, which include changes in economic and political conditions, foreign currency fluctuations, changes in foreign regulations, and changes in currency exchange rates which may negatively impact the Fund's returns. Small and Medium-capitalization companies, foreign investments, options, leverage, short sales, and high yielding equity and debt securities may be subject to elevated risks. The Fund is a recently organized investment company with no operating history. Please see prospectus for discussion of risks. ICAP fund distributor, Quasar Distributors, LLC.
A word about BNDS risk: Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. An investment in the Fund may be subject to risks which include, among others, investing in fixed income securities, dividend paying securities, utilities, small-, mid- and large-capitalization companies, real estate investment trusts, master limited partnerships, debt securities, market events, operational, high portfolio turnover, trading issues, active management, fund shares trading, premium/discount risk and liquidity of fund shares, which may make these investments volatile in price. Small and Medium-capitalization companies, and high yielding equity and debt securities may be subject to elevated risks. New Fund Risk. The Fund is a recently organized investment company with no operating history prior to the date of this Prospectus. As a result, prospective investors have no track record or history on which to base their investment decision. Debt Securities Risk. Increases in interest rates typically lower the value of debt securities held by the Fund. Investments in debt securities include credit risk. Credit Risk. An issuer of debt securities may not make timely payments of principal and interest and may default entirely in its obligations. A decrease in the issuer's credit rating may lower the value of debt securities. Interest Rate Risk. Securities could lose value because of interest rate changes. For example, bonds tend to decrease in value if interest rates rise. Derivatives Risk. Derivatives may pose risks in addition to and greater than those associated with investing directly in securities, currencies or other investments, including risks relating to leverage, imperfect correlations with underlying investments or the Fund's other portfolio holdings, high price volatility, lack of availability, counterparty credit, liquidity, valuation and legal restrictions. Options Risk. Options transactions involve special risks that may make it difficult or impossible to close a position when the Fund desires. A fund that purchases options, which are a type of derivative, is subject to the risk that gains, if any, realized on the position, will be less than the amount paid as premiums to the writer of the option. BNDS fund distributor, Quasar Distributors, LLC.
The Funds are distributed either by Quasar Distributors, LLC or by VP Distributors, LLC, an affiliate of Virtus ETF Advisers, LLC. QVOL, ICAP, SCAP, and BNDS ETFs are distributed by Quasar Distributors LLC. PFFA, PFFR, and AMZA ETFs are distributed by VP Distributors, LLC an affiliated of Virtus ETF Advisers, LLC.
Nasdaq® is a registered trademark of Nasdaq, Inc. (which with its affiliates is referred to as the "Corporation") and is licensed for use by Infrastructure Capital Advisors, LLC. The Product has not been passed on by the Corporations as to its legality or suitability. The Product is not issued, endorsed, sold, or promoted by the Corporations. THE CORPORATIONS MAKE NO WARRANTIES AND BEAR NO LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT.
Infrastructure Capital Advisors Partners with Nasdaq to Launch its First Nasdaq ETF: Infrastructure Capital Nasdaq Option Income ETF (QVOL)
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