Yieldmax’s XOMO Pays An Ungodly 30% Dividend Yield As Oil Soars Above $100 A Barrel

Quick Read YieldMax XOM Option Income Strategy ETF (XOMO) sells call options on Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock to generate weekly distributions that ranged from $0.05 to $0.19 per share in early 2026, with income entirely dependent on implied volatility rather than underlying dividends. ExxonMobil shares gained 49% over the past year as crude oil hit $94.65 per barrel, but XOMO’s capped structure limits shareholders’ upside participation while supporting premium collection. Elevated volatility (VIX near 27) a ...