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First Trust Tactical High Yield ETF
HYLS performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 30, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.78% | +1.29% | +1.12% | +7.29% | +19.51% | +9.59% |
| Flows | -$140M | -$126M | -$94M | -$2M | +$32M | -$301M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Other Strategies |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 237 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 25, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 237
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
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Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +4.29% | +2.78% | +3.79% | +5.16% |
Max drawdown | -2.08% | -2.22% | -3.70% | -16.13% |
Max drawdown duration | 45d | 84d | 60d | 1066d |
Time to recover | 13d | 18d | 15d | 888d |
What type of ETF is HYLS?
HYLS is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does HYLS invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to High Yield Corporate Bonds. It is part of the segment: Alternatives.
What is the expense ratio of HYLS?
The total expense ratio (TER) of HYLS is 1.05%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was HYLS launched?
HYLS was launched on February 25, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of HYLS?
HYLS is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of HYLS?
As of April 30, 2026, HYLS manages $1.64 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has HYLS performed recently?
As of April 30, 2026, HYLS delivered a return of 2.78% over the past month (1M performance), 1.29% over the past three months (3M), and 1.12% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for HYLS?
As of April 30, 2026, HYLS has seen net flows of -$140M in the past month (1M flow) and -$94M year-to-date (YTD).
Does HYLS pay dividends?
As of April 30, 2026, HYLS has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 7.23%.
How many holdings are in HYLS
As of March 31, 2026, HYLS holds 237 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is HYLS?
As of March 31, 2026, HYLS holds 237 securities, with 16.88% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of HYLS?
As of March 31, 2026, HYLS holds a portfolio of 237 underlyings, with its largest positions including Lightning Power, 7.25% 15aug2032, USD, Baldwin Insurance Group LLC, 7.125% 15may2031, USD and 1011778 B.C., 4% 15oct2030, USD. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does HYLS invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, HYLS has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does HYLS focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, HYLS is primarily exposed to Insurance and reinsurance.
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