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FT Vest S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Target Income ETF

50.50 USD
+0.44
0.88%
At close Dec 20, 4:00 PM EST
1 day
0.88%
5 days
-3.33%
1 month
-5.13%
3 months
-6.64%
6 months
-1.64%
Year to date
-2.49%
1 year
-1.04%
5 years
7.95%
10 years
26.92%
0
Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
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.
First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds
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.
KNG: Why Higher Implied Volatility Might Be Bullish (Rating Upgrade)
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.
4 ETFs Yielding 7% or More & Outperforming S&P 500
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.
First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds
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.
KNG: Dividend Aristocrat Covered Call ETF
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.
First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds
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.
KNG: A King Among Buy-Write Strategies
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.
First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds
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.
KNG: Big Yield, Unimpressive YTD Returns
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