Buy Write Index Returns Info

: Typically underperforms. The BXM underperformed the S&P 500 in every single year (13 out of 13) where the market rose by more than 10%. Key Benchmark Comparisons BXY Index Dashboard - Cboe Global Indices

The strategy typically offers lower volatility and higher income than owning the index outright, but it tends to underperform in strong bull markets due to the "cap" on upside gains. buy write index returns

: For the 12 months ending in April 2026, the index gained approximately 17.84% . : Typically underperforms