FT Vest S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Target Income ETF
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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)
90% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 139 | Existing positions reduced: 73
56% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 42 | Existing positions closed: 27
11% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 9 [Q2] → 10 (+1) [Q3]
6% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $2.01B [Q2] → $2.13B (+$122M) [Q3]
6% more funds holding
Funds holding: 265 [Q2] → 280 (+15) [Q3]
8.86% less ownership
Funds ownership: 72.76% [Q2] → 63.9% (-8.86%) [Q3]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for KNG.
Financial journalist opinion
Neutral
Business Wire
2 months ago
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.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 months ago
KNG: Why Higher Implied Volatility Might Be Bullish (Rating Upgrade)
Volatility has increased ahead of the U.S. election, with the VIX rising and a slew of economic data and earnings reports expected. KNG ETF offers high option-selling premiums and a strong yield, benefiting from the current high-volatility environment and potential year-end strength. Despite underperforming the S&P 500, KNG has grown significantly in assets and offers a diversified portfolio with a focus on dividend aristocrats.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 months ago
4 ETFs Yielding 7% or More & Outperforming S&P 500
These ETFs yield 7% or more and outperformed the S&P 500 over the past one month.
Neutral
Business Wire
4 months ago
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.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 months ago
KNG: Dividend Aristocrat Covered Call ETF
FT Cboe Vest S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Target Income ETF offers instant diversification and a high dividend yield of 8.8% through a covered call strategy. KNG underperforms the S&P 500 due to its option writing strategy, limiting price appreciation but providing higher current income for income-focused investors. KNG's dividend has grown rapidly at a CAGR of 33.74% over the last five years, making it attractive for income investors despite potential tax implications.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
6 months ago
KNG: Buy-Write ETF Lagging Peers For 3 Years
FT Cboe Vest S&P 500® Dividend Aristocrats Target Income ETF holds S&P 500 dividend aristocrats in equal-weight and sells covered calls options. KNG ETF valuation looks slightly better than the S&P 500, whereas growth and quality metrics are average. Compared to the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index, KNG has a higher yield, but a lower total return since the fund's inception.
Neutral
Business Wire
8 months ago
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.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
9 months ago
KNG: A King Among Buy-Write Strategies
FT Cboe Vest S&P 500® Dividend Aristocrats Target Income ETF uses a buy-write strategy with dividend aristocrats to generate income and yield. The KNG ETF has a diversified portfolio of 67 stock holdings and 66 positions in options, with a concentration in Consumer Staples and Industrials sectors. KNG has outperformed other S&P 500 buy-write ETFs since 2018, offering high dividend yield and potential for capital appreciation. However, its distributions may be variable and expense ratio is high.
Neutral
Business Wire
11 months ago
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.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
11 months ago
KNG: Big Yield, Unimpressive YTD Returns
Covered call ETFs have attracted over $25 billion in net flows this year, surpassing the total for 2022. The FT Cboe Vest S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Target Income ETF is a veteran ETF in the covered call space. KNG has a hold rating due to its construct, weak relative returns, and significant sector and style wager compared to the broad stock market.
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