First Trust Advisors L.P. Announces Distributions for Exchange-Traded Funds

WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. ("FTA") announces the declaration of the monthly distributions for certain exchange-traded funds advised by FTA. The following dates apply to today's distribution declarations: Expected Ex-Dividend Date: February 20, 2026 Record Date: February 20, 2026 Payable Date: February 27, 2026 Ticker Exchange Fund Name Frequency Ordinary Income Per Share Amount       ACTIVELY MANAGED EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS           First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund.

Business Wire • Feb 19, 2026

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You need two eyes to perform most tasks, as they work together to give you depth perception. Similarly, income-paying securities anchor your portfolio with predictable cash infusion, letting you navigate volatile markets with confidence. We discuss our top picks, offering yields +6%.

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The FT Energy Income Partners Enhanced Income ETF is rated Buy for its defensive, cash flow-driven portfolio and sustainable yield structure. EIPI employs partial covered call writing (25-75% coverage), balancing income generation with upside capture in volatile energy markets. The ETF's underlying holdings yield ~4.5-5%, supporting an 8.65% TTM yield with minimal reliance on option premiums.

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These 4 Covered Call Funds Can Turn Anything Into Super-Sized Yields

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Forbes • Dec 14, 2025

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FT Energy Income Partners Enhanced Income ETF (EIPI) is rated a Buy for income-focused investors seeking long-term exposure to the energy sector. EIPI offers an attractive yield with monthly distributions, active management, and additional income from covered call writing. The ETF provides tax efficiency via a 1099 form, top MLP holdings, and diversification.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 30, 2025

EIPI: The Buy-Write That Goes Beyond MLP

EIPI is a new solution that integrates a covered call strategy into the energy market (midstream, utilities, majors). This raises the yield and introduces a cap on the upside, but in my opinion, integrates adjustments different from common buy-writes. It does a partial overwrite on low-growth and higher-volatility stocks of the energy market.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 11, 2025

Yes, You Can Collect Big Income From Megatrends; Yields +7%

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Seeking Alpha • Aug 25, 2025

Retire On Infrastructure Income: 2 High-Yield Funds

Retirement income should focus on durable, predictable cash flows with inflation protection, balancing yield and risk for peace of mind. Infrastructure assets offer stable, inflation-linked income, making them ideal for retirement portfolios due to non-cyclical demand and reasonable valuations. In the article I discuss two high-yielding vehicles, which are backed by retirement-proof fundamentals and cash flows.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 22, 2025

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FT Energy Income Partners Enhanced Income ETF offers a 7.7% yield, which, I believe, is sustainable given its long-term average annual returns of around 9%. The fund's covered call strategy limits upside, causing it to underperform passive energy ETFs like AMLP and XLE over the long term. EIPI charges a relatively high 1.11% expense ratio, while alternative ETFs offer similar or better yields at lower costs.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 3, 2025

EIPI: Delivering Steady Distribution To Investors

EIPI offers exposure to the energy infrastructure space, with a tilt towards MLPs and midstream companies. The fund employs an options writing strategy to enhance distributions, with a managed monthly distribution rate of $0.125. With the latest market declines, it could be setting up a more attractive time to consider investing in EIPI for income-focused investors.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 22, 2025