First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF (AFSM)
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First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:AFSM) Short Interest Update
First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:AFSM - Get Free Report) saw a large growth in short interest in the month of February. As of February 27th, there was short interest totaling 13,612 shares, a growth of 85.2% from the February 12th total of 7,350 shares. Currently, 0.6% of the shares of the company
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First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF Investors
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JJB James J. Burns & Company LLC James J. Burns & Company LLC | 525,829 | $17.29M | $19.88M | $2.59M | 14.96% |
| DG Daniel Guy Ethos Financial Group LLC | 45,344 | $1.48M | $1.76M | $278,799.04 | 18.79% |
 Christopher C. Powers Farther Finance Advisors, LLC | 2,000 | $59,758 | $75,600 | $15,842 | 26.51% |
| MA Marie-Andree Alain Federation des caisses Desjardins du Quebec | 77,213 | $2.33M | $2.92M | $593,474.54 | 25.52% |
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First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF Profile
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Overview
The company operates within the investment sector, focusing specifically on the niche of U.S.-listed equity securities issued by small capitalization companies. The defining strategy for this fund is its commitment to investing a significant portion of its assets, specifically at least 80% of its net assets (which include investment borrowings), in the stock of small capitalization companies. These companies are specifically defined by the fund's manager as those having a market capitalization at the time of investment that falls within a specific range: a minimum market capitalization of $250 million and a maximum that aligns with the top market capitalization of a widely recognized index of small capitalization companies, varying according to the index's composition at the time of investment.
Products and Services
- Equity Securities Investment
Specialized in investing in U.S.-listed equity securities, the product focuses on securities issued by small capitalization companies. By adhering to a predefined investment strategy, these securities are selected based on their market capitalization falling within the targeted range, leveraging the growth potential of small cap markets in the U.S.
- Small Capitalization Company Investments
Targeting companies with a market capitalization of $250 million to the maximum cap of a recognized index, the fund prioritizes investments in entities that show significant growth potential within the small cap sector. This approach is built on an in-depth understanding of the small cap market dynamics and the opportunities it presents for higher returns, albeit with a higher risk profile.
