Income ETF health check

VistaShares Target 15 DRUKMacro Distribution ETF

DRKY

VistaShares · Monthly · $20M

Current price

$22.20

As of 2026-09-29 · USD

Canary status

WATCH

Early warning signs — worth monitoring every Monday and Thursday when data refreshes.

Updated every Monday and Thursday

YieldCanary Health Metrics

Yield comparison

Advertised Yield

15.26%

Headline Yield (TTM)

14.09%

True Income Yield

14.09%

The real number is typically lower once return of capital is stripped out.

Health metrics

Death Clock
N/A
YieldCanary ROC %
34.5%
Stable ROC Badge
Stable ROC

Income and return

After-Tax Monthly (25%)
$XX.XXUnlock free →
Last Distribution
$0.2690
1Y Price Return
+1.93%
About True Income Yield

About True Income Yield: This is a YieldCanary proprietary sustainability indicator, not a standard accounting measure of economic gain. It strips return of capital from the headline yield to show only what the fund generated from real investment activity. Return of capital reduces your cost basis and the full economic gain is only realized when you sell your shares. YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not from the 19a-1 notices that fund companies publish monthly. Our estimates can differ from official issuer reports and can differ significantly from your year-end 1099 tax forms. We are actively working on incorporating 19a-1 data to make these figures more precise. For confirmed ROC figures always check the fund's official 19a-1 notice on the issuer's website or your year-end 1099.

True Income Yield and Death Clock are YieldCanary proprietary metrics. Not financial advice. Data updates every Monday and Thursday.

Price and Distribution History

No price history available

Data last updated: Sep 28, 2026. Updates every Monday and Thursday.

Sustainability analysis

Health Score Breakdown

DRKY is currently on Watch on YieldCanary. The fund is showing early warning signs worth monitoring closely — either ROC is trending higher, the NAV has shown some softness, or distribution stability has declined from prior periods. Not yet in dangerous territory but worth checking back every Monday and Thursday when the data refreshes.

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Fund questions

Frequently Asked Questions — DRKY

Is DRKY a good income ETF?

Based on YieldCanary's health framework, DRKY is currently Watch. The fund is showing early warning signs worth monitoring closely. Either ROC is trending higher, the NAV has shown some softness, or distribution stability has declined from prior periods. It is not yet in dangerous territory, but check back every Monday and Thursday when the data refreshes. This is not financial advice — always do your own research and consult a qualified financial professional before making investment decisions.

YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

What does DRKY pay per month?

Based on last month's actual distribution of $0.2690 per share, $10,000 invested in DRKY at the current price of $22.20 generates approximately 450 shares. That's $121.05 gross per month before taxes. Your after-tax income depends on your personal tax rate and account type. Set your rate inside YieldCanary to see your exact after-tax monthly income and connect your portfolio to see what all of your holdings generate together. Distributions change month to month based on options premiums and market conditions. Past distributions are not a guarantee of future payments.

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YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

What is DRKY's True Income Yield?

YieldCanary's True Income Yield for DRKY is currently 14.09%. This is a distribution sustainability indicator — it strips the estimated return of capital portion from the headline TTM yield to show only what the fund generated from real investment activity. It is not an accounting measure of economic gain. Return of capital reduces your cost basis and full economic gain is only realized when you sell. DRKY's current ROC estimate is 34.5%. DRKY carries the YieldCanary Stable ROC badge, meaning the NAV has held up alongside the high ROC — suggesting the ROC is a structured options outcome rather than destructive erosion. The full methodology breakdown is available inside YieldCanary. For confirmed ROC figures check the fund's official 19a-1 notice or your year-end 1099.

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YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

What is DRKY's Death Clock?

DRKY's Death Clock is currently N/A. This means no significant NAV erosion is detected at the current pace — the fund is not showing destructive return of capital behavior. N/A is the best possible Death Clock outcome.

YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

Is DRKY's return of capital good or bad?

DRKY's current ROC estimate is 34.5%. DRKY carries the YieldCanary Stable ROC badge. The NAV has held up alongside the high ROC, meaning the fund is not showing the destructive erosion pattern that makes high ROC a concern. Note: YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings.

YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

How does DRKY compare to similar funds?

On YieldCanary, DRKY is currently Watch with a 14.09% True Income Yield and a Death Clock of N/A. It pays Monthly distributions and has a 1-year price return of 1.93%. Similar funds from VistaShares tracked on YieldCanary: VistaShares Target 15 Berkshire Select Income ETF (OMAH) — currently Watch; VistaShares Target 15 ACKtivist Distribution ETF (ACKY) — currently Severe Risk; VistaShares Target 15 USA Quality Income ETF (QUSA) — currently High Risk Full side-by-side comparison including True Income Yield, Death Clock, ROC%, and after-tax income across all similar funds is available inside YieldCanary.

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YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

How often does DRKY pay distributions?

DRKY is a Monthly paying ETF. Distributions are paid once per month, which aligns well with monthly bills and expenses. Monthly payers are the most popular frequency among income investors for this reason. The most recent distribution was $0.2690 per share. To see exact upcoming ex-dividend and payment dates for DRKY in your portfolio, connect your holdings inside YieldCanary and check the Distribution Calendar.

YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

What is DRKY's AUM and why does it matter?

DRKY currently has $20M in assets under management. DRKY is a smaller fund. While smaller AUM is not automatically a problem, funds with limited assets carry slightly more closure risk if assets decline significantly. Factor this into your position sizing. AUM alone does not determine whether a fund is healthy. Check the Canary Status and Death Clock above for the full sustainability picture.

YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

Is DRKY available in a Roth IRA?

Yes — DRKY can be held in a Roth IRA like any standard ETF, assuming your brokerage offers it. For income ETFs with high return of capital, a Roth IRA can be a particularly advantageous account type. ROC distributions reduce your cost basis in a taxable account, creating a deferred tax liability that grows over time. In a Roth IRA that tax treatment is irrelevant as all distributions are tax-free regardless of their character. This is not tax advice. Consult a tax professional about your specific situation and account type before making investment decisions.

YieldCanary calculates ROC from performance data, not 19a-1 filings. Not financial advice.

About the fund

Strategy & Objective

VistaShares · Monthly

The VistaShares Target 15 DRUKMacro Distribution ETF (DRKY) is designed to achieve a 15% annual income target, disbursed monthly, alongside long-term capital growth. Its investment strategy encompasses two main pillars. First, it allocates capital to U.S. equities, either directly or via swap agreements, focusing on a concentrated portfolio of the top 20 U.S.-listed securities handpicked by Duquesne Family Office. Second, it generates income through a dedicated options portfolio. These options-based strategies are crafted to meet the specified income goal and are subject to modification based on prevailing market dynamics, risk assessment, and opportunities for capital expansion. To enhance its operational flexibility and tax efficiency, the fund will employ various derivatives, including short-dated, in-the-money call options and swap contracts. It will maintain cash or U.S. Treasuries as collateral, meticulously balancing its pursuit of income generation with its aim for capital appreciation.

At a glance

YieldCanary Health Summary

VistaShares Target 15 DRUKMacro Distribution ETF (DRKY) is a Monthly-paying income ETF issued by VistaShares with $20M in assets under management. The fund has an advertised yield of 15.26% and a trailing 12-month headline yield of 14.09%. DRKY is currently Watch on YieldCanary with a True Income Yield of 14.09% and a Death Clock of N/A. The fund carries the YieldCanary Stable ROC badge, indicating the NAV has held up alongside the high ROC. The most recent distribution was $0.2690 per share. The fund's price has returned +1.93% over the trailing 12 months.

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