Maltin Wealth Management Inc. has cut its stake in the **FT Vest International Equity Moderate Buffer ETF – June** (BATS:YJUN) by **10.0%**, according to its latest **13F filing** with the **Securities and Exchange Commission** (SEC). As of the third quarter, the institutional investor now holds **392,831 shares**, having sold **43,688 shares** during the period. This stock represents approximately **4.1%** of Maltin Wealth Management’s portfolio, making it the firm’s second-largest position.
As of the most recent filing, Maltin Wealth Management owned about **6.49%** of the FT Vest ETF, valued at **$9,848,000**. The fund’s performance and its strategic positioning have attracted attention from several hedge funds, leading to notable changes in their respective holdings.
Hedge Fund Activity and Market Performance
**Commonwealth Equity Services LLC** increased its position in the FT Vest ETF by **14.6%** during the same quarter. The firm now owns **954,723 shares**, worth approximately **$23,935,000**, after acquiring an additional **121,941 shares**. Similarly, **Cetera Investment Advisers** expanded its stake by **18.1%** in the second quarter, bringing its total to **672,134 shares**, valued at **$16,454,000** following a purchase of **103,161 shares**.
Other firms have also made significant adjustments. **Osaic Holdings Inc.** raised its holdings by **13.5%**, now owning **196,154 shares** valued at **$4,802,000**, while **Orion Portfolio Solutions LLC** boosted its stake by **18.9%**, now holding **115,841 shares** worth **$2,836,000**. Notably, **Silver Oak Securities Incorporated** saw the largest increase, with a remarkable **218.7%** rise, now owning **92,333 shares** valued at **$2,315,000**.
On the trading front, shares of YJUN opened at **$25.95** on the latest trading day, reflecting a **2.2%** increase. The ETF has a **market capitalization** of **$156.97 million**, a **price-to-earnings ratio** of **16.30**, and a **beta of 0.59**. The stock’s **50-day moving average price** stands at **$25.35**, while the **200-day moving average** is at **$24.98**. Over the past year, the ETF has experienced a **12-month low** of **$21.14** and a **12-month high** of **$24.81**.
About the FT Vest International Equity Moderate Buffer ETF
The **FT Cboe Vest International Equity Buffer ETF – June** (YJUN) primarily invests in total market equity. It aims to provide specific buffered losses and capped gains on the EFA ETF over a designated holding period. This actively managed fund incorporates options and collateral to mitigate risks. Launched on **June 18, 2021**, the fund is managed by **First Trust**.
As investment strategies continue to evolve, the adjustments made by these institutional investors may reflect broader market trends and investor sentiment towards international equity exposure. The FT Vest ETF’s structure and performance will likely remain under scrutiny as it adapts to changing market conditions.
