The RNDM issuer, operated by First Trust, adheres to a strategy focused on investing primarily in common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred shares, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) comprising the Index, aiming to replicate its performance before fees and expenses. Developed and sponsored by Riskalyze, Inc., a financial technology company specializing in quantitative risk measurements for investment advisors, the Index is meticulously maintained by Nasdaq, Inc. The Index's methodology is designed to identify low-volatility securities from developed market countries, excluding the United States, by selecting constituents of the Nasdaq Developed Markets Ex-US Large Mid Cap IndexTM with robust trading volumes. The selection process prioritizes securities with the lowest trailing twelve-month price volatility within their respective countries, with equal weighting across countries and industries. With semi-annual rebalancing and reconstitution, the Fund adjusts its portfolio accordingly, maintaining a concentration in industries reflected by the Index's composition, which as of June 30, 2022, comprised 438 securities with market capitalizations ranging from $1.63 billion to $322.06 billion. Notably, the Fund's significant investments in financial companies, Asian issuers, and European issuers reflect its diversified exposure, subjecting it to the inherent risks associated with those jurisdictions and sectors, a characteristic subject to change over time.
RNDM Dividend, managed by First Trust, operates with a primary objective of investing in dividend-paying equities, seeking to provide investors with a steady income stream. The fund typically allocates at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) to common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred shares, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) that form the Dividend Index. Developed and sponsored by Riskalyze, Inc., a prominent financial technology company specializing in risk assessment for investment advisors, the Index is meticulously maintained by Nasdaq, Inc. This methodology ensures a focus on dividend-yielding securities while maintaining a balance of risk and return. By following an indexing investment approach, the fund endeavors to replicate, before fees and expenses, the performance of the Dividend Index. With semi-annual rebalancing and reconstitution, the fund adjusts its holdings to reflect changes in the Index, aiming to deliver consistent dividend income to investors. As of the latest reporting date, the fund's portfolio composition reflects a diversified exposure to dividend-paying equities across various sectors and regions, providing investors with an opportunity for income generation while managing risk effectively.
RNDM Tracking, overseen by First Trust, is designed to mirror the performance of the Tracking Index, employing an indexing investment strategy. The fund typically invests at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred shares, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) included in the Tracking Index. Developed and sponsored by Riskalyze, Inc., a leading financial technology firm specializing in risk measurement for investment advisors, the Tracking Index is meticulously maintained by Nasdaq, Inc. This index focuses on selecting securities with low volatility from developed market countries (excluding the United States), as classified by Nasdaq, Inc. The index methodology involves a stringent selection process based on trailing twelve-month price volatility, ensuring a balanced exposure across industries and regions. With semi-annual rebalancing and reconstitution, RNDM Tracking adjusts its portfolio to align with changes in the Tracking Index, striving to replicate its performance before fees and expenses. As of the most recent reporting period, the fund's holdings reflect a diversified exposure to low-volatility securities, providing investors with a tool to track the performance of the selected index while managing risk effectively.
RNDM Correlation, managed by First Trust, is structured to correlate closely with the performance of the Correlation Index, employing an indexing investment approach. The fund typically invests at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred shares, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) comprising the Correlation Index. Developed and sponsored by Riskalyze, Inc., a leading financial technology company specializing in risk assessment for investment advisors, the Correlation Index is meticulously maintained by Nasdaq, Inc. This index is designed to select securities with a high correlation to the broader market indices while managing risk effectively. The index methodology involves a rigorous selection process based on correlation coefficients, ensuring a balanced exposure across industries and regions. With semi-annual rebalancing and reconstitution, RNDM Correlation adjusts its portfolio to align with changes in the Correlation Index, aiming to closely track its performance before fees and expenses. As of the latest reporting period, the fund's holdings reflect a diversified exposure to securities with high correlation to market indices, providing investors with a tool to manage portfolio risk while seeking returns closely linked to broader market movements.
RNDM Sector, managed by First Trust, is structured to focus on specific sectors within the market, aiming to capitalize on sector-specific opportunities while managing risk effectively. The fund typically invests at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred shares, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) within targeted sectors. Developed and sponsored by Riskalyze, Inc., a prominent financial technology company specializing in risk assessment for investment advisors, the Sector Index is meticulously maintained by Nasdaq, Inc. This index is designed to select securities within specific sectors, allowing investors to target their exposure to areas of the market that show potential for growth or stability. With semi-annual rebalancing and reconstitution, RNDM Sector adjusts its portfolio to align with changes in the Sector Index, aiming to capture sector-specific performance while managing risk effectively. As of the most recent reporting period, the fund's holdings reflect a concentrated exposure to selected sectors, providing investors with an opportunity to tailor their investment strategy to specific areas of the market.
RNDM Exposure, managed by First Trust, is strategically designed to provide investors with exposure to a broad range of market segments, aiming to capture diversified opportunities while managing risk effectively. The fund typically invests at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred shares, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) across various market segments. Developed and sponsored by Riskalyze, Inc., a leading financial technology company specializing in risk assessment for investment advisors, the Exposure Index is meticulously maintained by Nasdaq, Inc. This index is structured to encompass a wide array of market segments, including different sectors, geographies, and asset classes, providing investors with a comprehensive approach to diversification. With semi-annual rebalancing and reconstitution, RNDM Exposure adjusts its portfolio to align with changes in the Exposure Index, aiming to provide investors with exposure to a broad range of market segments while effectively managing risk. As of the latest reporting period, the fund's holdings reflect a diversified exposure across multiple market segments, offering investors a well-rounded investment solution to navigate various market conditions.
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