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KSLV Turns One! 🎉 How Has This Silver Enhanced Income ETF Performed During Its First Year?Silver has attracted investor attention for its industrial applications, growing demand from AI and technology, and its potential role as a store of value. But can silver also be an effective source of income?In this episode of Dividend Stockpile, I’m joined by Howard Chan, CEO of Kurv Investments, to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the KSLV ETF - the Kurv Silver Enhanced Income ETF and take a closer look at its investment strategy, performance, and outlook.We discuss:- The original investment thesis behind KSLV and what it aims to offer investors- Why silver could be a long-term investment opportunity- How AI, data centers, and new technologies are influencing silver demand- The impact of government debt and currency debasement on silver- KSLV’s first-year performance and what surprised the team- How KSLV uses an options strategy to generate income from silver exposure- How silver’s volatility creates opportunities and risks for income investors- KSLV’s distribution rate and how it compares with initial expectations- Changes to the strategy and what investors should watch in year twoSilver can offer significant upside potential, but its volatility and the use of options introduce important risks. We also discuss how investors can evaluate KSLV beyond its distribution rate, including total return, income generation, and potential portfolio fit.If you're interested in silver, precious metals, options-income ETFs, or alternative sources of portfolio income, this interview offers an inside look at KSLV after its first year.