Strategic Blueprint LLC Reduces Holdings in First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF

In the third quarter, Strategic Blueprint LLC significantly reduced its holdings in the First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF (NASDAQ:FTSM) by 28.0%. This reduction was documented in their latest Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Following the sale of 1,539 shares during the quarter, the firm now holds 3,950 shares, valued at approximately $236,000 based on recent SEC disclosures.

Several other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in the First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF. Notably, Cambridge Advisors Inc. increased its stake by 1.0% in the second quarter, bringing its total to 16,861 shares worth about $1,005,000 after acquiring 173 shares. Similarly, TAP Consulting LLC raised its investment by 1.3% during the same period, resulting in ownership of 16,894 shares valued at approximately $1,007,000 after adding 214 shares.

Furthermore, Naples Global Advisors LLC marked a 1.4% growth in its holdings, now holding 16,022 shares worth about $958,000 after a purchase of 225 shares. Willner & Heller LLC experienced a 1.3% increase, resulting in a total of 19,091 shares valued at approximately $1,138,000 after adding 237 shares. Lastly, FARMERS & MERCHANTS TRUST Co OF LONG BEACH also boosted its stake by 1.5%, acquiring an additional 246 shares to reach 17,202 shares valued at about $1,025,000.

Current Stock Performance

As of now, shares of the First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF opened at $59.80. The stock has seen a 52-week low of $59.47 and a high of $60.16. The 50-day moving average price stands at $59.97, while the 200-day moving average price is $59.83.

Dividend Announcement

Additionally, the company recently declared a dividend that is scheduled to be paid on Monday, November 4th. Shareholders on record as of Thursday, October 31st, will receive a dividend of $0.241. The ex-dividend date also falls on October 31st.

About First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF

The First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF (FTSM) is an actively-managed exchange-traded fund that is designed to track the Bloomberg U.S. Short Treasury Bond index. It primarily invests in a variety of fixed income securities with a target maturity of less than three years. The fund was launched on August 5, 2014, and is managed by First Trust.

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