First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VI First Trust BuyWrite Income ETF
FTHI
Market cap $1.06B

23.37 USD

+0.15

0.65%

At close Dec 20, 4:00 PM EST

1 day

0.65%

5 days

-2.05%

1 month

-1.10%

3 months

1.34%

6 months

3.59%

Year to date

9.46%

1 year

9.26%

5 years

2.41%

10 years

13.01%

0

Funds holding %

of 6,809 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

191% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 67 | Existing positions reduced: 23

145% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 27 | Existing positions closed: 11

35% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $337M [Q2] → $455M (+$118M) [Q3]

15% more funds holding

Funds holding: 110 [Q2] → 126 (+16) [Q3]

2.24% more ownership

Funds ownership: 47.77% [Q2] → 50.01% (+2.24%) [Q3]

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 2 [Q2] → 2 (+0) [Q3]

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for FTHI.

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FTHI: Is The Trade-Off Between Income And Growth Worth It?

FTHI leverages a buy-write strategy on the S&P 500, offering a 9% distribution yield but capping upside potential. FTHI's strategy involves selling call options, generating monthly income but limiting growth, making it suitable for income-focused investors rather than those seeking capital appreciation. The fund underperformed the S&P 500 over the past decade, highlighting the trade-off between steady income and limited growth in a strong bull market.

FTHI: Is The Trade-Off Between Income And Growth Worth It?

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") announces the declaration of the monthly distributions for certain exchange-traded funds advised by FTA.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

FTHI: Low Volatility, Not Great Track Record

Covered call ETFs like FTHI offer attractive monthly distributions and reduced volatility but lag the S&P 500 in long-term performance due to capped gains in the long portion of portfolio. FTHI's defensive allocation and options strategy result in lower valuations and consistent income, making it suitable for income-focused portfolios, not broad equity exposure. Despite lower valuations and profitability on par with the S&P 500, FTHI's performance is less competitive in bullish markets due to limited upside.

FTHI: Low Volatility, Not Great Track Record

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") announces the declaration of the monthly distributions for certain exchange-traded funds advised by FTA. The following dates apply to today's distribution declarations: Expected Ex-Dividend Date: August 21, 2024 Record Date: August 21, 2024 Payable Date: August 30, 2024 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund III FCAL Na.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

FTHI: A Covered Call Play That Deserves More Attention

First Trust BuyWrite Income ETF uses options to increase income and capital appreciation. The FTHI ETF holds positions in well-known, large-cap companies such as Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon. FTHI has a sector allocation that includes technology, healthcare, consumer staples, and utilities to mitigate concentration risk.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") announces the declaration of the monthly distributions for certain exchange-traded funds advised by FTA. The following dates apply to today's distribution declarations: Expected Ex-Dividend Date: April 23, 2024 Record Date: April 24, 2024 Payable Date: April 30, 2024 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund III FCAL N.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

Buyback Bonanza: The Top 7 ETFs to Profit From Corporate Cash Splurges

80% of S&P 500 companies are entering pre-earnings buyback blackouts, according to Bloomberg. Analysts anticipate a potential rebound post-blackout.

Buyback Bonanza: The Top 7 ETFs to Profit From Corporate Cash Splurges

FTHI: Beating Peers Lately, But Yield History Is Weird

First Trust BuyWrite Income ETF is an actively managed fund holding 179 stocks and rolling short positions in S&P 500 call options. FTHI return has been average relative to peers over the last 3 years, but it has outperformed for 12 months. The fund meets its primary objective of providing income, although distribution history raises a doubt about yield sustainability.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") announces the declaration of the monthly distributions for certain exchange-traded funds advised by FTA. The following dates apply to today's distribution declarations: Expected Ex-Dividend Date: February 21, 2024 Record Date: February 22, 2024 Payable Date: February 29, 2024 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund III FCAL Na.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") announces the declaration of the monthly distributions for certain exchange-traded funds advised by FTA. The following dates apply to today's distribution declarations: Expected Ex-Dividend Date: January 23, 2024 Record Date: January 24, 2024 Payable Date: January 31, 2024 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund III FCAL Nasda.

First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

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