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First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VI First Trust Hedged BuyWrite Income ETF

FTQI

Market cap $990M

21.26 USD

+0.67

3.25%

At close Updated Nov 9, 4:00 PM EST

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-0.56%

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-5.26%

3 months

-4.15%

6 months

-1.35%

Year to date

2.11%

1 year

1.24%

5 years

-4.41%

10 years

7.59%

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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: October 21, 2026 Record Date: October 21, 2026 Payable Date: October 30, 2026 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

FTQI: The Active BuyWrite That Adapts To The Tape

First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF (FTQI) earns a Strong Buy rating for its agile option strategy and active portfolio management. FTQI demonstrates superior drawdown mitigation and adaptability, outperforming peers in volatile markets while maintaining a robust 11.2% distribution rate. The ETF's portfolio is tactically underweight in high-momentum AI segments, favoring low AI exposure sectors like healthcare, energy, financials, and industrials.

FTQI: The Active BuyWrite That Adapts To The Tape

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

FTQI: AI Volatility Makes This 11% Yielding Fund A Defensive Play

First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF offers an 11% yield with monthly distributions, appealing to retirees prioritizing income and capital preservation. FTQI's option-writing strategy generates stable, tax-efficient income but structurally limits upside during strong market rallies, leading to underperformance versus QQQ in bull markets. The fund provides downside protection and income during volatile or sideways markets, outperforming QQQ during downturns but lagging in sustained bull runs.

FTQI: AI Volatility Makes This 11% Yielding Fund A Defensive Play

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 21, 2026 Record Date: April 21, 2026 Payable Date: April 30, 2026 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund III FCAL Nasdaq Firs.

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

FTQI: 11.7% Yielding Covered Call Fund Fixes Some Category Problems

First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF targets current income via covered call strategies on Nasdaq Composite securities. FTQI manages approximately $791 million in assets and has operated since 2014, emphasizing monthly distributions. The ETF currently yields about 12.26%, with payouts adjusted quarterly but consistently in double digits over the past year.

FTQI: 11.7% Yielding Covered Call Fund Fixes Some Category Problems

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 20, 2026 Record Date: February 20, 2026 Payable Date: February 27, 2026 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund.

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

FTQI: Tax-Efficient Monthly Income But Not A Good Long-Term Choice

First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF is rated a hold due to capped upside and vulnerability in prolonged downturns. FTQI delivers an attractive 11.3% yield with consistent monthly distributions, appealing to income-focused investors, especially those nearing retirement. The fund's ATM-heavy option strategy prioritizes income over growth, causing underperformance versus traditional index ETFs during bull markets.

FTQI: Tax-Efficient Monthly Income But Not A Good Long-Term Choice

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

FTQI: Preserves Capital But Underperforms Peers

First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF offers high monthly income with an 11.4% yield, focusing on capital preservation over growth. FTQI consistently underperforms peers like GPIQ and QQQI in total return, despite its longer operating history and similar or higher yields. The fund's option-writing strategy caps upside potential, making FTQI less suitable for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation or AI market growth.

FTQI: Preserves Capital But Underperforms Peers

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