HYLS Stock Discussion

First Trust High Yield Long/Short ETF Description

The investment seeks current income; capital appreciation is the secondary objective. Under normal market conditions, the fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in high yield debt securities that are rated below investment grade. It may invest up to 10% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowing for investment purposes) in non-U.S. securities denominated in non-U.S. currencies. The fund may invest in non-income producing securities including Distressed Securities and common stocks. It invests no more than 15% of its net assets in Distressed Securities.

Keywords: Exchange Traded Fund ETF Private Equity Banking Stock Fund High Yield Debt Financial Market Debt Securities Inverse ETF Bear Market ETF Debt Distressed Securities Qualified Institutional Buyer