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SEC Filings
All companies that sell securities in the United States must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and file reports on a regular basis.
These reports include company annual reports (10K, 10Q), news updates (8K), investor presentations (found in 8Ks), insider trades (form 4), ownership reports (13D, and 13G), and reports related to the specific securities sold, such as registration statements and prospectus. This page shows recent SEC filings related to First Trust Exchange Traded Fund VIII - FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF - March
SEC Filings (Chronological Order)
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| July 15, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| July 11, 2025 |
DEF 14A 1 def14a.htm DEFINITVE PROXY STATEMENT As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 11, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ |
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| June 26, 2025 |
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 26, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. |
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| June 26, 2025 |
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 26, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. |
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| June 25, 2025 |
8-A12B 1 etf8fbdc-8a.htm REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation o |
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| June 23, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| June 23, 2025 |
8-A12B 1 etf8bufx-8a.htm REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation o |
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| June 18, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| June 11, 2025 |
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 11, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. |
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| June 11, 2025 |
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 11, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. |
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| June 6, 2025 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| May 14, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| May 13, 2025 |
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 13, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. |
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| April 23, 2025 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| April 23, 2025 |
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 23, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. |
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| April 15, 2025 |
NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES NYSE Arca hereby notifies the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of the stated securities from listing and registration on the Exchange at the opening of business on April 28, 2025, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 12d2-2 (a). |
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| April 15, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| April 15, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| March 21, 2025 |
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 21, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D. |
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| March 19, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| March 19, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| February 19, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| February 19, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| February 13, 2025 |
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated January 23, 2025, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund, appearing in the annual report in Form N-CSR of First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund for the year ended November 30, 2024, and to the references to us under the headings “Target Fund and Acquiring Fund Service Providers” in the Proxy Statement and Prospectus and “Miscellaneous Information” and “Financial Statements” in the Statement of Additional Information, which are part of such Registration Statement. |
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| February 13, 2025 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about February 13, 2025 As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about February 13, 2025 Registration No. |
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| February 13, 2025 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| February 13, 2025 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| February 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| February 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| February 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| February 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| February 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| February 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 31, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 31, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 31, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 31, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 31, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 31, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 24, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 17, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 17, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 17, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 17, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement EX-99.1 2 ex991.htm JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| January 16, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| January 16, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| January 16, 2025 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| January 7, 2025 |
Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement Exhibit 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the complete |
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| December 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| December 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| December 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| December 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| December 6, 2024 |
SC 13G 1 sepm120624.htm FOUNDATIONS INVESTMENT ADVISORS, LLC UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII (Name of Issuer) Exchange Traded Product (Title of Class of Securities) 33740U554 (CUSIP Number) November 30, 2024 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Che |
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| December 6, 2024 |
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII (Name of Issuer) Exchange Traded Product (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F375 (CUSIP Number) November 30, 2024 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to whic |
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| November 26, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| November 26, 2024 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about November 26, 2024 As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about November 26, 2024 Registration No. |
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| November 26, 2024 |
First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund Proxy Card First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund Proxy Card |
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| November 26, 2024 |
November 26, 2024 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII 120 E. Liberty Drive Wheaton, Illinois 60187 Re: First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as special Massachusetts counsel to First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (the “Trust”) on behalf of its series, FT Confluence BDC & Specialty Finance Income ETF (the “Acquiring Fund”), in connection with the Trust’s Regi |
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| November 26, 2024 |
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated January 24, 2024, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund, appearing in Form N-CSR of First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund for the year ended November 30, 2023, and to the references to us under the headings “Target Fund and Acquiring Fund Service Providers” in the Proxy Statement and Prospectus and “Miscellaneous Information” and “Financial Statements” in the Statement of Additional Information, which are part of such Registration Statement. |
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| November 26, 2024 |
First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Power of Attorney First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Power of Attorney Know All Men By These Presents, that the undersigned, a trustee of the above-referenced organizations, hereby constitutes and appoints James M. |
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| November 13, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 13, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 13, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 4, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| November 1, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| October 25, 2024 |
EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| October 17, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| October 16, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| October 16, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| October 16, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 24, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 17, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 17, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 9, 2024 |
UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* FT Vest U.S. Equity Enhance & Moderate Buffer ETF - October - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F367 - (CUSIP Number) August 31, 2024 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to desi |
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| August 29, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| August 14, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| August 14, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| August 13, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| July 24, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| July 19, 2024 |
SC 13G/A 1 sc13g3.txt AMENDED SCHEDULE 13G UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 17)* FT Vest U.S. Equity Buffer ETF - April - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 33740U885 - (CUSIP Number) June 30, 2024 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the ap |
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| July 17, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| June 20, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| June 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| June 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| June 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| May 21, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| May 13, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| May 13, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| May 7, 2024 |
EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| May 1, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| April 17, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| April 8, 2024 |
UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7)* FT Vest Nasdaq-100(R) Buffer ETF - March - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F581 - (CUSIP Number) March 31, 2024 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursu |
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| April 8, 2024 |
EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| April 5, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| March 22, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| March 18, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| March 14, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| February 13, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| February 13, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| February 2, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| February 1, 2024 |
SC 13G/A 1 formsc13ga.htm FORM SC 13G/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Name of Issuer) FT Cboe Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - January (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F631 (CUSIP Number) January 31, 2024 (Date of Event which Requires Filin |
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| January 16, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| January 16, 2024 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| January 4, 2024 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 3, 2024 As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 3, 2024 Registration No. |
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| January 4, 2024 |
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated January 24, 2023, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of First Trust Energy Income and Growth Fund, appearing in the Annual Report on Form N-CSR of First Trust Energy Income and Growth Fund for the year ended |
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| January 3, 2024 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| December 6, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| December 6, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 28, 2023 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about November 28, 2023 As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about November 28, 2023 Registration No. |
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| November 28, 2023 |
FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII POWER OF ATTORNEY FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII POWER OF ATTORNEY Know All Men By These Presents, that the undersigned, a trustee of the above-referenced organizations, hereby constitutes and appoints James M. |
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| November 17, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 14, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 14, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 14, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| November 1, 2023 |
First Trust MLP and Energy Income Fund Proxy Card First Trust MLP and Energy Income Fund Proxy Card |
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| November 1, 2023 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 1, 2023 N-14 1 eipin14.htm INITIAL REGISTRATION STATEMENT As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 1, 2023 Registration No. 333-[ ] UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 [ ] Pre-Effective Amendment No. [ ] Post-Effective Amendment No. FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VII |
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| November 1, 2023 |
First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Amended and Restated Establishment and Designation of Series of Shares of Beneficial Interest (Effective as of October 26, 2023) Whereas, pursuant to Section 4. |
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| November 1, 2023 |
First Trust Energy Income and Growth Fund Proxy Card First Trust Energy Income and Growth Fund Proxy Card |
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| November 1, 2023 |
First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund Proxy Card First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund Proxy Card |
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| November 1, 2023 |
First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Power of Attorney First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Power of Attorney Know All Men By These Presents, that the undersigned, a trustee of the above-referenced organizations, hereby constitutes and appoints James M. |
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| November 1, 2023 |
First Trust Energy Infrastructure Fund Proxy Card First Trust Energy Infrastructure Fund Proxy Card |
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| November 1, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| November 1, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| November 1, 2023 |
November 1, 2023 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII 120 East Liberty Drive, Suite 400 Wheaton, Illinois 60187 Re: FT Energy Income Partners Enhanced Income ETF Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as special Massachusetts counsel to FT Energy Income Partners Enhanced Income ETF (the “Acquiring Fund”), a series of First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII, Massachusetts business trust (the “Acquiring Trust”), in connection with the pre-effective amendment to the Acquiring Trust’s Registration Statement on Form N-14 to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commission”) on or about November 1, 2023 (the “Registration Statement”), with respect to the Acquiring Fund’s shares of beneficial interest, $. |
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| November 1, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| November 1, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| November 1, 2023 |
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated January 24, 2023, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of First Trust Energy Income and Growth Fund, appearing in the Annual Report on Form N-CSR of First Trust Energy Income and Growth Fund for the year ended |
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| October 23, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| October 18, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| October 18, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 12, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 12, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| September 11, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| August 29, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| August 28, 2023 |
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated February 16, 2023, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of First Trust Dynamic Europe Equity Income Fund, appearing in the Annual Report on Form N-CSR of First Trust Dynamic Europe Equity Income Fund for the year ended December 31, 2022, and to the references to us under the headings “Target Fund Service Providers” in the Proxy Statement and Prospectus and “Miscellaneous Information” and “Financial Statements” in the Statement of Additional Information, which are part of such Registration Statement. |
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| August 28, 2023 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about August 28, 2023 As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about August 28, 2023 Registration No. |
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| August 22, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| August 22, 2023 |
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated February 16, 2023, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of First Trust Dynamic Europe Equity Income Fund, appearing in the Annual Report on Form N-CSR of First Trust Dynamic Europe Equity Income Fund for the year ended December 31, 2022, and to the references to us under the headings “Target Fund Service Providers” in the Proxy Statement and Prospectus and “Miscellaneous Information” and “Financial Statements” in the Statement of Additional Information, which are part of such Registration Statement. |
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| August 22, 2023 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about August 22, 2023 As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about August 22, 2023 Registration No. |
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| August 16, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| August 16, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| August 16, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| August 8, 2023 |
UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* FT Cboe Vest Nasdaq-100(R) Buffer ETF - March - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F581 - (CUSIP Number) July 31, 2023 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule p |
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| July 25, 2023 |
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII (Name of Issuer) EXCHANGE TRADED PRODUCT (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F730 (CUSIP Number) December 20, 2022 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to whic |
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| July 25, 2023 |
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* FIRST TRUST EXCHANGE-TRADED FUND VIII (Name of Issuer) EXCHANGE TRADED PRODUCT (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F730 (CUSIP Number) April 24, 2023 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule |
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| July 21, 2023 |
NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES NYSE Arca hereby notifies the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of the stated securities from listing and registration on the Exchange at the opening of business on August 01, 2023, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 12d2-2 (a). |
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| July 19, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| July 19, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| July 10, 2023 |
UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* FT Cboe Vest Nasdaq-100(R) Buffer ETF - March - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F581 - (CUSIP Number) June 30, 2023 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pu |
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| June 27, 2023 |
As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about June 27, 2023 As filed electronically with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about June 27, 2023 Registration No. |
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| June 27, 2023 |
First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Power of Attorney First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Power of Attorney Know All Men By These Presents, that the undersigned, a trustee of the above-referenced organizations, hereby constitutes and appoints James M. |
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| June 27, 2023 | ||
| June 27, 2023 |
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated February 16, 2023, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights of First Trust Dynamic Europe Equity Income Fund, appearing in the Annual Report on Form N-CSR for the year ended December 31, 2022, and to the references to us under the headings “Target Fund Service Providers” in the Proxy Statement and Prospectus and “Miscellaneous Information” and “Financial Statements” in the Statement of Additional Information, which are part of such Registration Statement. |
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| June 27, 2023 |
June 26, 2023 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII 120 E. Liberty Street Wheaton, Illinois 60187 Re: First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as special Massachusetts counsel to First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (the "Trust") on behalf of its series, First Trust Active Global Quality Income ETF (the “Acquiring Fund”), in connection with the Trust’s Registratio |
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| June 27, 2023 |
Chapman and Cutler LLP 320 South Canal Street, 27th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606 T 312. |
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| June 15, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| June 8, 2023 |
UNITED STATES* SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* FT Cboe Vest Nasdaq-100(R) Buffer ETF - September - (Name of Issuer) Common - (Title of Class of Securities) 33740U836 - (CUSIP Number) May 31, 2023 - (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rul |
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| May 17, 2023 |
8-A12B 1 etf8gmay-8a.htm REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation o |
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| May 17, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| April 21, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| April 4, 2023 |
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Name of Issuer) FT Cboe Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - January (Title of Class of Securities) 33740F631 (CUSIP Number) March 31, 2023 (Date of Event which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate |
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| March 16, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| March 16, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| February 16, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| February 10, 2023 |
EX-99.1 2 ex993.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but n |
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| February 8, 2023 |
AW 1 etf8aw.htm WITHDRAWAL OF AMENDMENT February 8, 2023 Division of Investment Management Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: Form AW - Request for Withdrawal First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII Registration on Form N-1A Post-Effective Amendment No. 328 (Registration Statement File Nos. 333-210186, 811-23147) Ladies and Gentleman: On behalf of the First |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 132466FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 469000FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 475245FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 132413FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Form 8-A For Registration of Certain Classes of Securities Pursuant to Section 12(b) or (g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Massachusetts See Exhibit 1 (State of Incorporation or Organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 120 East Liberty D |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 994620FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 950444FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 569566FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 FirstTrust11.30.2022.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/15/47 |
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| January 30, 2023 |
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U. |
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| January 30, 2023 |
NPORT-EX 2 569540FirstTrust11.30.22.htm First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (FIXD) Portfolio of Investments November 30, 2022 (Unaudited) Principal Value Description Stated Coupon Stated Maturity Value U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 36.0% Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.2% Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $ 276,786 Series 2017-4656, Class EZ 4.00% 02/1 |
