ARVR ISSUER
First Trust Advisors L.P. operates an ARVR issuer, which focuses on investments closely aligned with the emerging realm of the Metaverse. The fund, under normal market conditions, directs at least 80% of its net assets towards securities constituting the Index, developed and maintained by Indxx, Inc. This Index is meticulously curated to encompass companies integral to the Metaverse's infrastructure and applications. This includes entities involved in IP & Contents, Platforms, Payment facilitation, Optics & Display manufacturing, and Semiconductor, Hardware, and 5G provision. The selection criteria for inclusion in the Index are stringent, requiring companies to derive a significant portion of their revenues or have substantial investments in Metaverse-related activities. Moreover, the Index is rebalanced quarterly and reconstituted semi-annually, ensuring alignment with evolving trends in Metaverse development. The fund's concentration in certain industries or regions may fluctuate over time, reflecting changes in the composition of the Index. Additionally, to access Chinese companies included in the Index, the fund invests in non-Chinese shell companies utilizing variable interest entities. This approach presents unique opportunities and risks, emphasizing the fund's dedication to capturing growth in the dynamic landscape of the Metaverse.
ARVR DIVIDEND
ARVR Dividend specializes in providing investors with exposure to dividend-paying stocks within the augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) sector. The fund strategically selects companies that not only operate within the AR/VR industry but also prioritize shareholder returns through dividend distributions. By investing in a diversified portfolio of dividend-paying AR/VR companies, ARVR Dividend aims to offer investors both potential capital appreciation from the growth of the AR/VR sector and a steady income stream from dividend payments. This unique investment approach caters to investors seeking both growth opportunities and income generation within the innovative AR/VR space.
ARVR TRACKING
ARVR Tracking is an investment vehicle designed to closely track the performance of a designated augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) index. With a primary objective of mirroring the index's returns before fees and expenses, ARVR Tracking employs a meticulous indexing investment strategy. The fund typically adopts a full replication approach, investing in all securities comprising the AR/VR index in proportion to their weightings. By doing so, ARVR Tracking provides investors with a convenient avenue to gain exposure to the AR/VR sector's growth potential while mitigating individual stock selection risk. With periodic rebalancing to reflect changes in the underlying index, ARVR Tracking ensures alignment with evolving market trends in the AR/VR space, offering investors a transparent and efficient means of participating in this dynamic industry.
ARVR CORRELATION
ARVR Correlation is a specialized investment fund designed to provide exposure to the augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) sector while focusing on correlation dynamics within the broader market. Employing a sophisticated investment strategy, ARVR Correlation seeks to identify and capitalize on correlation patterns between AR/VR-related securities and various market indices. By carefully analyzing correlation trends, the fund aims to optimize portfolio allocation to enhance diversification benefits and potentially reduce overall portfolio volatility. ARVR Correlation offers investors the opportunity to participate in the growth of the AR/VR sector while strategically managing correlation risks, providing a valuable tool for portfolio diversification and risk management in today's dynamic investment landscape.
ARVR SECTOR
The ARVR Sector fund is dedicated to investing in companies at the forefront of the augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) industry. With a focus on capturing growth opportunities within this transformative sector, the fund strategically selects companies involved in developing AR/VR hardware, software, content creation, and related technologies. By targeting companies across various sub-themes such as IP & Contents, Platforms, Payment facilitation, Optics & Display, and Semiconductor, Hardware, and 5G provision, the ARVR Sector fund aims to provide investors with exposure to the full spectrum of AR/VR innovation. This sector-focused approach allows investors to capitalize on the increasing adoption of AR/VR technologies across diverse industries such as gaming, entertainment, healthcare, education, and beyond. With the potential for substantial growth and innovation in the AR/VR space, the ARVR Sector fund offers investors a unique opportunity to participate in the ongoing evolution of digital experiences and immersive technologies.
ARVR EXPOSURE
ARVR Exposure is an investment strategy designed to provide investors with comprehensive exposure to the rapidly expanding augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) industry. By investing in a diverse portfolio of companies involved in AR/VR hardware, software, content creation, and related technologies, ARVR Exposure aims to capture the growth potential of this transformative sector. The fund strategically selects companies across various sub-themes, including IP & Contents, Platforms, Payment facilitation, Optics & Display, and Semiconductor, Hardware, and 5G provision, ensuring broad coverage of the AR/VR ecosystem. With the increasing adoption of AR/VR technologies across multiple industries such as gaming, entertainment, healthcare, education, and beyond, ARVR Exposure offers investors the opportunity to capitalize on the ongoing digital revolution and the emergence of immersive experiences. This investment approach provides investors with a diversified and dynamic exposure to one of the most promising sectors in today's technology landscape.