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GraniteShares is known for offering specialized ETF strategies that extend beyond traditional equity and bond investing, particularly through structured products and income-focused solutions. The firm manages 48 ETFs organized around distinct fund families including Autocallable products, Commodities, Income strategies, Leveraged exposures, and their YieldBOOST line designed to enhance distributions. GraniteShares targets investors seeking alternative income generation methods and commodity access, with popular tickers like AHD, CRY, and FBL representing their diverse approach to yield enhancement and alternative asset classes.
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Asset class
Equity
Equity
Inception date
06/04/2025
04/28/2026
Last dividend
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$0.3930
Ex-dividend date
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05/01/2026
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Total return with all distributions reinvested on the ex-dividend date, split-adjusted, as of June 23, 2026. YTD and 1Y are cumulative; longer windows are annualized. “Since Apr 2026” measures every fund from April 28, 2026 — the youngest fund's first trading day — so all funds share one comparison window.
Quick verdict
CRCL (Circle Internet Group) is a stock, while CRY (GraniteShares YieldBOOST CRCL ETF) is an ETF — they take fundamentally different approaches.
CRY currently shows a 97.05% distribution yield. CRCL has not yet established a full distribution history, so a comparable yield figure is not available.
Deep dive
Yield & income
On a $10,000 investment, CRCL has no reported distribution yield yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available, while CRY would produce $808.75/month, at current distribution rates.
CRCL yield—
CRY yield97.05%
Cost & efficiency
Over 10 years on $10,000, CRCL would cost approximately $0 in fees vs $1,070 for CRY (simplified, not compounded). The $1,070.00 difference may be offset by yield or performance.
CRCL ER—
CRY ER1.07%
Strategy & risk
CRCL is a stock, while CRY tracks Circle (CRCL) with a crypto approach.
Fund details
CRCL is managed by — (launched 06/04/2025) with — in assets. CRY is managed by GraniteShares (launched 04/28/2026) with $1.08M in assets.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of CRCL or CRY pays more dividend income?
CRY currently reports a distribution yield, while CRCL has not yet established a full distribution history. A direct income comparison is not yet meaningful — check back once both funds have published several consecutive distributions.
What is the difference between CRCL and CRY?
CRCL (Circle Internet Group) is a stock, while CRY (GraniteShares YieldBOOST CRCL ETF) tracks Circle (CRCL) with a crypto approach. They are issued by — and GraniteShares respectively.
Can I hold both CRCL and CRY?
Yes. Many income investors hold both to diversify across different strategies and underlying indexes. This can reduce concentration risk while maintaining a strong income stream.
Which has lower fees, CRCL or CRY?
CRCL has an expense ratio of — while CRY charges 1.07%. Lower fees mean more of your investment returns stay in your pocket over time.
How much income does $10,000 in CRCL vs CRY generate?
At current rates, CRCL has not established a distribution history yet, so a monthly income estimate is not available. The same in CRY would produce about $808.75 per month ($9,705.00 annually).
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