As interest rates remain elevated and market swings continue, income-focused investors are increasingly looking for ETFs that can provide steady monthly payouts and broader diversification. BlackRock’s (BLK) high-yield iShares ETFs continue to attract attention, with funds such as the iShares High Yield Corporate Bond BuyWrite Strategy ETF (HYGW), iShares US & Intl High Yield Corp Bond ETF (GHYG), and iShares Interest Rate Hedged High Yield Bond ETF (HYGH) offering strong income potential in 2026.Meet Samuel – Your Personal Investing ProphetStart a conversation with TipRanks’ trusted, data-backed investment intelligence

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iShares High Yield Corporate Bond BuyWrite Strategy ETF (HYGW)

The iShares High Yield Corporate Bond BuyWrite Strategy ETF (HYGW) gives investors exposure to the high-yield corporate bond market while using a covered-call strategy to generate additional income. The fund mainly invests in high-yield bond ETFs and sells call options against those holdings, helping increase monthly payouts through options income.