First Trust Strategic Income ETF Price & Performance (FDIV)

First Trust has introduced the Small Cap Buy-Write Income ETF (FTKI), an actively managed fund employing a buy-write strategy. This approach combines small-cap equity exposure with call option writing on the Russell 2000 Index. The fund targets income-seeking investors, offering income from options while moderating small-cap volatility.12

First Trust has approved the liquidation of its TCW Emerging Markets Debt ETF (EFIX). Shareholders can trade until April 8, 2025, after which the ETF will delist and liquidate by April 15. Investors holding shares as of the liquidation date will receive cash equivalent to the net asset value, minus expenses.3

The First Trust High Income ETF (FTHI) rose 0.133% on March 25, closing at $22.57. While short-term technical indicators suggest potential gains, longer-term trends signal caution. The ETF remains a hold candidate as it balances positive short-term signals with overarching sell indicators.4