WEEI & MDST: Energy Income ETFs from Westwood

Today we’re diving deep into the world of energy income investing — and I’ve got the perfect guest to help us break it all down.I’m joined by Parag Sanghani, Senior Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager at Westwood ETFs. Parag oversees two of their income-focused energy ETFs:🔹 WEEI – Westwood Salient Enhanced Energy Income ETF🔹 MDST – Westwood Salient Enhanced Midstream Income ETFIn this interview, we explore what makes WEEI and MDST unique, how Parag approaches the energy value chain, and how macro factors like energy prices, interest rates, regulation, and volatility shape his portfolio construction. We also dig into the fund’s covered call strategy, company selection, tax considerations, distribution sustainability, and the broader outlook for the energy sector.Topics We Cover:✔️ How WEEI and MDST were created and what they aim to deliver✔️ Differences between energy and midstream exposure✔️ How Westwood selects companies across the energy value chain✔️ How covered call strike prices, expirations, and roll schedules are chosen✔️ Key risks in energy income investing — and how they’re mitigated✔️ Distribution rates and sustainability outlook✔️ Fund tax considerations (K-1? 1256? harvesting?)✔️ Why energy continues to attract income-focused investors in 2026✔️ Where to learn more about Westwood ETFsIf you’re exploring energy income, covered call ETFs, or want a better understanding of how professional managers approach the space, this one is packed with insight.