FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - August
GAUGBATSFirst TrustAlternative
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Assets (AUM)
- $418.25M
- Expense ratio
- 0.85%
- Dividend yield
- -
- Holdings
- -
- 52-week range
- $37.99$42.61
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 24.75K
GAUG ETF: FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - August - Price, Holdings & Analysis
FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - August Price Chart
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fund characteristics, expense ratio, dividend yield, and performance metrics
| Day's Range | $42.05 - $42.18 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $42.61 |
| 52-Week Low | $37.99 |
| Open | $42.18 |
| Volume (last close) | 5.11K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 24.75K |
| 1 Day Change | −0.59% |
|---|---|
| 1 Month Change | −0.02% |
| 6 Month Change | +4.65% |
| YTD Change | +7.36% |
| 1 Year Change | +8.96% |
| Annual Dividend | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.00% |
| Assets (AUM) | $418.25M |
|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.85% |
| Inception Date | Aug 17, 2023 |
| 50-Day MA | $42.15 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $40.77 |
| RSI | 50.75 |
| Stochastic %K | 48.80 |
| Stochastic %D | 38.35 |
Source: Exchange price data and fund disclosures. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
GAUG at a Glance
FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - August (GAUG) is an alternative ETF from First Trust, launched in August 2023. It manages $418.25M in assets and charges a 0.85% expense ratio, about $85 a year per $10,000 invested.
9940.7% of assets are in the United States.
It does not currently pay distributions. As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, the share price is up 9.0% over one year (price change, excluding distributions).
Frequently Asked Questions About FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - August
What is the current price of GAUG?
The latest GAUG price is $42.06 (Oct 23, 2026 close). The 52-week range is $37.99–$42.60. The share price is up 9.0% over the past year (price change, excluding distributions).
What is the expense ratio for GAUG?
GAUG's annual expense ratio is 0.85%. This represents the yearly cost of holding the fund, deducted from total returns. Compare with similar Alternative ETFs in the ETF Screener.
Does GAUG pay dividends?
FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF - August does not currently pay dividends. Check the ETF Screener for dividend-focused alternatives in the Alternative category.
What are the top holdings of GAUG?
GAUG's top holdings and sector allocations are displayed in the Holdings section. View the complete portfolio breakdown including individual stock weights and sector diversification.
How does GAUG compare to similar ETFs?
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