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iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF

AGG · ETF · US Bonds
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iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF Key Data

Symbol
AGG
Name
iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF
Type
ETF
Sector
ETF
Industry
US Bonds
Exchange
NASDAQ / NYSE
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Strategy
Covered Calls
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About

About AGG

AGG tracks the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index, holding investment-grade US bonds including Treasuries, corporate bonds, and mortgage-backed securities.

Strategy

AGG Covered Call Strategy

Covered calls on ETFs like AGG are popular for consistent income generation. ETFs provide built-in diversification, which typically means lower implied volatility than single stocks. Monthly (30 DTE) covered calls on AGG are a common strategy for income-focused investors seeking steady returns.

ETFs offer built-in diversification, making covered calls on AGG a lower-risk income strategy compared to single-stock positions.
How It Works

How to Run a Covered Call on AGG

01
Own 100 Shares
You must own at least 100 shares of AGG to sell 1 covered call contract. Each options contract covers exactly 100 shares.
02
Choose Strike and Expiry
Select a call strike above the current AGG price (OTM) and an expiry date. 30–45 DTE monthly cycles are most popular for income generation.
03
Sell the Call
Sell 1 call contract to collect the premium immediately into your account. This income is yours regardless of what AGG does next.
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Manage at Expiry
If AGG stays below your strike, the option expires worthless and you keep the premium. If it rises above, shares get called away at the strike.
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell covered calls on AGG?
Yes, AGG has listed options. You need to own 100 shares per contract. Use our screener to find the best strikes and expiries based on your goals.
What strike should I choose for AGG covered calls?
Most income traders choose strikes 2–10% above the current AGG price (OTM), balancing premium income with allowing some upside. The ideal strike depends on your income vs. upside tradeoff.
What is the best expiry for AGG covered calls?
Monthly options (30–45 DTE) have the best time-decay characteristics for covered call sellers. Weekly options on AGG offer more flexibility but require more active management.
How much premium can I collect on AGG covered calls?
Premium depends on AGG's implied volatility (IV), your chosen strike distance, and days to expiry. Higher IV means more premium. Use CoveredCalls.live to see real-time premiums and annualized returns for AGG.
What happens if AGG rises above my strike?
Your shares get called away at the strike price. You keep the premium collected plus any gain from your cost basis to the strike. You can then buy shares back and repeat the strategy.

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