First Trust Long/Short Equity ETF Price & Performance (FTLS)

The First Trust Multi-Strategy Alternative ETF (LALT) is encountering resistance levels near $21.01 and $21.04, with trading strategies suggesting short positions near these points. While buy signals appear if resistance breaks, technical data warn against "catching a falling knife." No downside target is yet defined for short trades.1

First Trust has introduced its Managed Futures Strategy Fund to European markets under the AIFMD. With $153.6 million in assets, the actively managed ETF offers long and short futures positions. This marks a significant move as Europe lacks similar managed futures ETFs, potentially meeting rising institutional demand.2

Defensive ETFs are drawing attention as market volatility rises. Funds like the Invesco S&P 500 Low Volatility ETF and Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities ETF offer stability through low beta or inflation-adjusted bonds. These strategies aim to shield portfolios from economic swings, appealing to cautious investors.3