DAUG

📎 Investment Objective

The FT Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - August (DAUG) seeks to provide investors with a buffer against the first 10% of losses in the U.S. equity market over a one-year period, while providing upside exposure to the market's performance.

✨ Key Features

• Provides a 10% buffer against losses in the U.S. equity market over a one-year period
• Offers upside exposure to the performance of the U.S. equity market
• Resets the buffer and upside exposure annually in August
• Expense ratio of 0.00%

⚠️ Primary Risks

• Market risk: The fund's performance is tied to the performance of the U.S. equity market, and it may experience significant volatility
• Derivative risk: The fund's use of options contracts to implement its buffer strategy may not be successful and could result in losses
• Liquidity risk: The fund may have difficulty buying or selling certain securities, which could affect its performance
• Concentration risk: The fund's focus on the U.S. equity market means it may be more susceptible to factors affecting that market

👤 Best For

DAUG may be suitable for investors seeking equity market exposure with a level of downside protection, particularly those with a medium-term investment horizon and a moderate risk tolerance. The fund's buffer strategy may appeal to investors who want to participate in the upside of the U.S. equity market while limiting their downside risk.