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Hamilton Spectator
17-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
First Trust Portfolios Canada Announces Cap, Buffer and Dates of May Buffer ETF
TORONTO, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FT Portfolios Canada Co. ('First Trust Canada'), announced today that the cap, buffer and dates for the next Target Outcome Period for the First Trust Vest U.S. Equity Buffer ETF – May (MAYB.F) (the 'fund' or 'May Buffer ETF') are as follows: The previous Target Outcome Period for MAYB.F concluded on May 16, 2025 and the upside cap for the new Target Outcome Period has been reset to prevailing market conditions. The fund seeks an outcome that provides investors with returns (before fees, expenses and taxes) that match the price return of the SPDR® S&P 500® ETF Trust ('SPY' or 'underlying ETF'), up to a predetermined upside cap, while providing a buffer against potential SPY losses. The fund is managed and sub-advised by Vest Financial LLC ('Vest') using a 'target outcome strategy' or pre-determined target investment outcome. If an investor purchases hedged units after the first day of the Target Outcome Period, they will likely have a different return potential than an investor who purchased hedged units at the start of the Target Outcome Period and the buffer the fund seeks may not be available. First Trust Canada believes a buffer against a level of losses can help investors stay invested during volatile times. The fund offers a way to gain access to outcome-based investing—specifically to buffer against a level of downside risk while allowing growth to a maximum cap— eliminating bank credit risk, in a convenient, flexible investment vehicle. Karan Sood and Trevor Lack, of Vest, serve as a portfolio managers for the fund. The portfolio managers are jointly and primarily responsible for making investment management decisions for the fund. For further information: Media Contact: Nilesh Patel, FT Portfolios Canada Co., 40 King Street West, Suite 5102, email: nileshpatel@ , 1-877-622-5552. About First Trust First Trust Canada is the trustee, manager and promoter of the fund. First Trust Canada and its affiliates First Trust Advisors L.P. ('FTA'), portfolio advisor to the fund, an Ontario Securities Commission registered portfolio manager and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission registered investment advisor, and First Trust Portfolios L.P., a FINRA registered broker-dealer, are privately held companies that provide a variety of investment services. FTA has collective assets under management or supervision of approximately U.S.$259 billion as of March 31, 2025 through unit investment trusts, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, mutual funds and separate managed accounts. For more information, visit . About Vest: Vest is the creator of Target Outcome Investments®, which strive to buffer losses, amplify gains or provide consistent income to a diverse spectrum of investors. Today, Vest's Target Outcome StrategiesTM are available in mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), unit investment trusts (UITs), collective investment trusts (CITs), and customizable managed accounts / sub-advisory services. For more information about Vest and the evolution of Target Outcome Investments, visit or contact Linda Werner at lwerner@ or 703-864-5483. There may be commissions, management fees and expenses associated with ETF investments. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Please read the prospectus of the fund before investing. Contact FT Portfolios Canada at 1-877-622-5552 or visit to obtain a copy of the prospectus and ETF Facts for the fund. Important Information The information presented is not intended to constitute an investment recommendation for, or advice to, any specific person. Financial advisors are responsible for evaluating investment risks independently and for exercising independent judgment in determining whether investments are appropriate for their clients. First Trust Advisors L.P. is the portfolio advisor to the fund. First Trust Advisors L.P. is an affiliate of FT Portfolios Canada Co., the trustee, manager and promoter of the fund. Further information about First Trust Canada's ETFs can be found at .
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
First Trust Portfolios Canada Announces Cap, Buffer and Dates of May Buffer ETF
TORONTO, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FT Portfolios Canada Co. ('First Trust Canada'), announced today that the cap, buffer and dates for the next Target Outcome Period for the First Trust Vest U.S. Equity Buffer ETF – May (MAYB.F) (the 'fund' or 'May Buffer ETF') are as follows: TICKER CAP BUFFER OUTCOME PERIOD MAYB.F 14.97% (Gross) 10% 20/05/2025 – 15/05/2026 The previous Target Outcome Period for MAYB.F concluded on May 16, 2025 and the upside cap for the new Target Outcome Period has been reset to prevailing market conditions. The fund seeks an outcome that provides investors with returns (before fees, expenses and taxes) that match the price return of the SPDR® S&P 500® ETF Trust ('SPY' or 'underlying ETF'), up to a predetermined upside cap, while providing a buffer against potential SPY losses. The fund is managed and sub-advised by Vest Financial LLC ('Vest') using a 'target outcome strategy' or pre-determined target investment outcome. If an investor purchases hedged units after the first day of the Target Outcome Period, they will likely have a different return potential than an investor who purchased hedged units at the start of the Target Outcome Period and the buffer the fund seeks may not be available. First Trust Canada believes a buffer against a level of losses can help investors stay invested during volatile times. The fund offers a way to gain access to outcome-based investing—specifically to buffer against a level of downside risk while allowing growth to a maximum cap— eliminating bank credit risk, in a convenient, flexible investment vehicle. Karan Sood and Trevor Lack, of Vest, serve as a portfolio managers for the fund. The portfolio managers are jointly and primarily responsible for making investment management decisions for the fund. For further information: Media Contact: Nilesh Patel, FT Portfolios Canada Co., 40 King Street West, Suite 5102, email: nileshpatel@ 1-877-622-5552. About First Trust First Trust Canada is the trustee, manager and promoter of the fund. First Trust Canada and its affiliates First Trust Advisors L.P. ('FTA'), portfolio advisor to the fund, an Ontario Securities Commission registered portfolio manager and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission registered investment advisor, and First Trust Portfolios L.P., a FINRA registered broker-dealer, are privately held companies that provide a variety of investment services. FTA has collective assets under management or supervision of approximately U.S.$259 billion as of March 31, 2025 through unit investment trusts, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, mutual funds and separate managed accounts. For more information, visit About Vest: Vest is the creator of Target Outcome Investments®, which strive to buffer losses, amplify gains or provide consistent income to a diverse spectrum of investors. Today, Vest's Target Outcome StrategiesTM are available in mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), unit investment trusts (UITs), collective investment trusts (CITs), and customizable managed accounts / sub-advisory services. For more information about Vest and the evolution of Target Outcome Investments, visit or contact Linda Werner at lwerner@ or Information The information presented is not intended to constitute an investment recommendation for, or advice to, any specific person. Financial advisors are responsible for evaluating investment risks independently and for exercising independent judgment in determining whether investments are appropriate for their clients. First Trust Advisors L.P. is the portfolio advisor to the fund. First Trust Advisors L.P. is an affiliate of FT Portfolios Canada Co., the trustee, manager and promoter of the fund. Further information about First Trust Canada's ETFs can be found at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Roanoke bookstore ‘Book No Further' seeking new owner
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Book No Further, an independent bookstore located in the heart of downtown Roanoke, announced plans to close its brick-and-mortar location on Market Street at the end of May, unless a buyer steps in. The store, owned by husband-and-wife duo Craig Coker and Doloris Vest, opened in 2017 and has operated at its current location for more than six years. They said they would like to see the location remain a bookstore and began searching for a new owner last fall. 'We really think Roanoke needs and deserves a bookstore, so we hope someone will take it over,' said Vest. Happy Trails Festival in Roanoke Valley this weekend Under current ownership, the shop operates with a specific focus on local authors and books highlighting the history of the Roanoke Valley and Appalachia. But the pair is open to new ownership, putting its own spin on the store. 'We're not quitting because we're out of ideas,' said Vest. 'We certainly have a lot of information we want to pass along to a new owner that they can take and craft into what they want it to be and keep serving the people of the valley.' Vest said that the retail book market has become a difficult one to navigate, particularly in the years following the COVID-19 pandemic. 'We did not do in-store events for two full years because of COVID,' she said. 'When we went back to it, we found that our attendance was way off. It has never bounced back like we had wanted it to.' Ultimately, they were able to adapt, identifying new avenues for growth and success. The couple wants to travel more, and with their current lease period nearing its end, they decided the time was right to step away. Bedford County Fair looking to new future with multiple events and locations They will continue to operate the online store for a little while, as they continue to search for a buyer. As they explore this next chapter, they consider the past seven-plus years a major success. 'Part of the fun of the job is talking to somebody and saying, 'I know what you're going to like,' and getting a book in your hand that you didn't even know you wanted,' said Vest. 'And I think we've done that.' The store is offering a buy-one, get-one free sale on all used books, and a 20 percent discount off all new books through the end of May as it works to offload inventory. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
We review 100s of products a year — here are 9 we would actually recommend from April
April showers bring May flowers — and lots of extra time to try new products while waiting out the rain. Our small but mighty team of shopping editors tested dozens of products in April. One beauty-obsessed editor used this under $20-mascara almost every day of the month, while another logged hundreds of kilometres in these plantar fasciitis-friendly sneakers. Because we love testing products — "Is it worth buying?" is one of our favourite questions — we've curated a list of things we've tried and, importantly, actually liked from the past month. The products listed below got our editors through first dates, spring cleaning sessions and weird transitional weather. Scroll ahead to shop the products we reviewed in April that we would wholeheartedly recommend — and get a sneak peek of the items we're testing in May. Not to be hyperbolic, but this is the best basic tee I have ever owned. Don't believe me? I have four of them. This Uniqlo T-shirt is everything you want in a white tee: it's high-quality, the collar doesn't stretch, and it's a thicker material — unless you're wearing a super dark bra, the shirt isn't see-through. I will keep buying these Uniqlo tees for as long as the brand keeps making them. I can't recommend it enough. - Kayla Kuefler, Senior Shopping Editor Elbows — er, feet — up! Socks may not be the most exciting acquisition, but these ones from Canadian shoe brand dr LIZA have me doing a happy dance. They feature arch support, moisture wicking yarns, strategic venting and compression to help boost circulation, which makes them great for travel. They'd also make a great last-minute Mother's Day gift idea. I have the maple leaf pair for a bit of Canadian pride with every step, but they also come in a few other colourways. — Hilary Hagerman, Lifestyle & Commerce managing editor Meet my transitional weather sidekick: the vest. Specifically, the Grandview Cropped Vest from Canada Goose. It's down-filled, very warm and cropped at just the right length — plus (and this is very important), it goes with basically everything in my closet. It's perfect for when you don't know which side of the weather to commit to. It will always have your back, no matter what temperature is thrown your way. April has been the perfect month for it! Alternatives: - Canada Goose Freestyle Vest- Aritzia The Super Puff Vest- Lululemon Wunder Puff Cropped Vest — Melina Brum, Shopping Editor I love high-end mascara as much as the next girl, but at the end of the day, it's the under-$20 drugstore mascaras that I buy time and time again. My current favourite — Revlon's ColorStay Xtensionnaire Lengthening Mascara — is one of the best drugstore mascaras I have tried of late. The brush is excellent; it defines and lengthens lashes, and I have yet to see any clumping or fallout. I've been using it almost daily and whenever I swap it up with one of my (many) other mascaras, I find myself missing it. It's the perfect under-$20 mascara for mile-long lashes. - KK After testing five pairs of Amazon sneakers (more on that in the near future), I realized that sneakers aren't something I want to cheap out on. As someone who logs about 500 kilometres of walking or running a month, I was looking for a pair of lightweight and supportive sneakers that could work for everything from the treadmill to daily dog walks. Believe me when I say that these are totally worth the hype. They were comfortable right out of the box and don't bother my plantar fasciitis — which is quite the (no pun intended) feat. If you walk or run, or are simply on your feet all day, these are a worthy investment. The rose gold/black colourway I purchased is nearly sold out, but I'm eyeing this pretty mint pair. — HH I usually reach for my reusable makeup remover cloth to take off my makeup at the end of the day. However, since using this Pro-Collagen Makeup Melting Cleansing Balm, I haven't gone back. There's something so luxurious about this product, and my face feels super clean after using it. Even if I still go in with my cloth, I immediately follow up with this to ensure everything is removed. It's so hydrating, and the best part? It doesn't clog pores. — MB This is hands down one of the best bags that can be purchased on Amazon Canada. Seriously, this is coming from a self-proclaimed handbag aficionado who has an unhealthy amount of purses. If you're a fan of the Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag (which I also own), this is like a more elevated version. You can easily dress it up or down, and it fits so much stuff without being too heavy. And my favourite part is that there's no prominent hardware, so you can wear it with silver or gold accents without anything clashing. — MB Slowly but surely, I am transitioning all of my regular cleaning products to those from Canadian brands. Following the threat of tariffs earlier this year, I found dozens of fantastic made-in-Canada laundry and cleaning brands for those, like me, who wanted to make the switch. One of the brands I discovered was Soja & Co. Soja & Co. products are hand-crafted in Montreal, Quebec. It's an eco-conscious brand that sells fantastic cleaning products and candles. Over the past several weeks, the brand's all-purpose cleaner has become a staple in my daily home maintenance routine. It has a beautiful, light scent, and, importantly, its natural, vegan formula cleans up messes brilliantly. I love it, and I will be refilling my bottle once it's empty. - KK If you (or a loved one) are interested in seeing what critters pop into your yard, this smart bird feeder is a really cool buy. I purchased this for my mom for her birthday earlier this year, and since then, my parents have been texting me photos of all the birds they see in their yard. It's super easy to set up and sends a ping to your phone whenever there's motion detected. Looking for a cheaper alternative? This one from Dzees has great reviews and is on sale for $120. — HH GymProLuxe Band and Bar Set TANG PIN Matcha Set Reformation Balia Linen Dress The Unscented Company Laundry Tabs Watier Solution Confort Melting Cleansing Balm
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jonesborough BMA passes resolutions to help move forward water treatment plant upgrades
Jonesborough, Tenn. (WJHL) – On Monday, the Jonesborough Board of Mayor & Aldermen (BMA) passed an initial and full resolution that will help them proceed with expanding their water treatment plant. Jonesborough Mayor Chuck Vest said the resolutions will help the town receive funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the project. 'Once we get the funding, you'll see the construction begin on our water treatment plant,' Vest said. 'But a bigger one of the more important things now is building a larger transmission line from that plant up to our town that'll transmit many more gallons of water that we need.' PREVIOUS: Jonesborough moving forward with planned new water treatment plant Vest said the town should know within months when they'll receive the federal funding. That's also when construction should start. Upgrades to the plant will allow the capacity to have from the now roughly 3 million gallons of water to up to 8 million, with the ability to expand. 'Jonesborough is a growing little town, but we also know that Washington County, which is where [a] majority of our customers are, is growing just as much as the town of Jonesborough,' Vest said. 'We've got to think about the next 30 to 40 to 50 years. By securing a larger plant with the capacity to almost triple our water output, it's going to solidify the future of our community for the next 30 to 40 plus years.' Vest said the town is mostly finished with the design phase for the plant. 'Expanding this water system began many years ago, and it started with a design phase, but also putting new readable water meters out into our system,' Vest said. 'All that's been done. Really what you see happening now too is for this larger transmission line that runs from our plant to our town, which is super important, we're having to go out and get easements through to cross people's property, and that's been underway for close to a year now, too.' Vest hopes the water treatment plant upgrade can be completed within two to three years. Also at the meeting, aldermen approved a resolution to apply for the Local Park and Recreation Fund Grant (LPRF) to help create the First Frontier Trail which will connect Jonesborough to the Tweetsie Trail. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
