MVFD vs. FTDS ETF Comparison

Comparison of Monarch Volume Factor Dividend Tree Index ETF (MVFD) to First Trust Dividend Strength ETF (FTDS)

MVFD

Monarch Volume Factor Dividend Tree Index ETF

MVFD Description

MVFD focuses on equities demonstrating strong cash flow and dividend potential, shifting towards fixed income ETFs linked to US Treasurys in unfavorable cash flow scenarios. The fund seeks to mirror the performance of its target index, comprised of 40 equally weighted stocks selected for their financial health and income-producing ability, alongside up to 5 fixed income ETFs. Driving its selection process is the proprietary Volume Factor methodology, which examines stocks by analyzing the dynamics between market volume and price. This analysis is facilitated by a distinctive volume-price confirmation indicator. Evaluating a broad pool of 3,000 U.S. stocks, the methodology generates a composite score to rank and ensure that only the top-performing equities under positive financial conditions are chosen. MVFDs strategy aims for adaptability, modifying its equity-to-fixed income ratio based on prevailing financial trends. Furthermore, the index undergoes quarterly reconstitution to realign with market changes, optimizing the funds portfolio composition accordingly.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$27.79

Average Daily Volume

6,318

Number of Holdings ^*

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market

FTDS

First Trust Dividend Strength ETF

FTDS Description

The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks and real estate investment companies (?REITs?) that comprise the index. The index is designed to provide exposure to well-capitalized companies with a history of increasing their dividends. The term ?well-capitalized? reflects companies that have strong balance sheets with durable cash flow and a record of profitability.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$54.81

Average Daily Volume

1,416

Number of Holdings ^*

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market

Performance

Period	MVFD	FTDS
30 Days	5.79%	4.60%
60 Days	6.41%	5.67%
90 Days	8.33%	6.43%
12 Months		29.14%

2 Overlapping Holdings

	Symbol	Grade	Weight in MVFD	Weight in FTDS	Overlap
	ADM	D	1.86%	1.85%	1.85%
	QCOM	F	2.71%	1.92%	1.92%

MVFD Overweight 37 Positions Relative to FTDS

Symbol	Grade	Weight
MO	A	3.74%
FOX	A	3.57%
TGNA	B	3.47%
FOXA	B	3.36%
HLNE	B	3.3%
BKH	A	3.08%
VOYA	B	3.0%
JHG	A	2.92%
MATX	C	2.88%
ADTN	A	2.85%
ABM	B	2.85%
MLI	C	2.7%
NYT	C	2.62%
SR	A	2.59%
EXPD	D	2.47%
PM	B	2.36%
LPX	B	2.35%
RHI	B	2.35%
WKC	D	2.35%
MEI	D	2.33%
SEM	B	2.31%
AFL	B	2.27%
CCK	C	2.23%
GILD	C	2.18%
CHRD	D	2.17%
NTAP	C	2.14%
CL	D	2.13%
SSNC	B	2.12%
AMKR	D	2.08%
CME	A	2.07%
WD	D	2.05%
NRG	B	2.04%
ALLY	C	2.04%
TTC	D	1.93%
EXPI	C	1.9%
KBH	D	1.87%
BCO	D	1.7%

MVFD Underweight 46 Positions Relative to FTDS

Symbol	Grade	Weight
GRMN	B	-2.48%
CBSH	A	-2.34%
WH	B	-2.29%
HOMB	A	-2.27%
UNM	A	-2.25%
EWBC	A	-2.24%
CFR	B	-2.22%
CTRA	B	-2.2%
SNA	A	-2.17%
EOG	A	-2.15%
DGX	A	-2.15%
CINF	A	-2.14%
COP	C	-2.14%
CMI	A	-2.14%
RLI	B	-2.13%
THG	A	-2.1%
NOV	C	-2.06%
CF	B	-2.06%
HON	B	-2.05%
ORI	A	-2.05%
EQH	B	-2.04%
ALL	A	-2.03%
OSK	B	-2.02%
BG	F	-2.01%
PCAR	B	-2.01%
TGT	F	-1.99%
LW	C	-1.97%
PSX	C	-1.97%
APD	A	-1.96%
DINO	D	-1.92%
EG	C	-1.92%
DVN	F	-1.91%
RDN	C	-1.91%
UNP	C	-1.9%
EMN	D	-1.89%
MTG	C	-1.89%
NXPI	D	-1.87%
BPOP	B	-1.87%
PPG	F	-1.85%
DKS	C	-1.82%
GD	F	-1.82%
FMC	D	-1.75%
GPC	D	-1.72%
LMT	D	-1.72%
IPG	D	-1.7%
HII	D	-1.48%