ATRAM launches Nasdaq feeder fund

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April 29, 2026 | 12:00am

MANILA, Philippines — The ATRAM Trust Corp. has rolled out a new feeder fund tied to the Nasdaq-100 Index, aiming to give local investors monthly income while retaining exposure to some of the world’s biggest technology and innovation-driven companies.

The asset and wealth manager launched the ATRAM Nasdaq Equity Income Feeder Fund yesterday, which will invest in the J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income Active UCITS ETF.

The fund comes as investors search for ways to remain invested in global equities despite heightened market swings, while also seeking regular cash payouts.

ATRAM said volatility in innovation-led stocks has made it harder for investors to stay invested through different market cycles.

“Investors today are no longer choosing between growth and income – they want both,” said Miguel Liboro, head of products at ATRAM Trust.

“This Fund allows investors to stay invested in the Nasdaq while generating income from market movements. By converting volatility to cash flow, it helps investors remain invested across market cycles,” Liboro added.

The new product uses a covered call strategy, wherein call options are sold on the Nasdaq-100 Index to generate premium income. Those premiums are then used as the core source of distributions, allowing investors to earn recurring cash flow while maintaining market exposure.

Unlike traditional equity funds that rely mainly on capital appreciation, ATRAM said the strategy seeks to monetize market volatility and potentially deliver a steadier return profile across varying market environments.

The target fund has historically generated annual income averaging around nine to 11 percent, with distributions expected on a monthly basis.

ATRAM said payouts would still depend on prevailing market conditions and are not guaranteed.

Ayaz Ebrahim, CEO of Singapore and Southeast Asia at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, said covered call products have drawn strong investor demand globally.

“As the world’s largest active exchange-traded fund provider, covered call strategies have been a cornerstone of our ETF product suite with robust interest across markets,” Ebrahim said.

“We are excited to partner with ATRAM to bring this innovative solution to Philippine investors in a feeder fund format, addressing their needs for income while offering a smoother equity investment experience,” he added.

ATRAM said the strategy is designed to capture a meaningful share of Nasdaq gains while tempering volatility, making it potentially suitable for sideways, choppy or gradually rising markets. It noted, however, that upside participation might be more limited during strong rallies.