Dow Jones Global Titans Portfolio, Series 46
In recent years, globalization has become a reality. The once distinct geographic, economic and cultural
lines have not only been blurred, but nearly erased. With this transformation, we have seen the
emergence of a new breed of mega-corporations–the Global Titans®.
The Dow Jones Global Titans Portfolio invests in 50 of the world’s largest and most-established blue-chip
companies included in the Dow Jones Global Titans 50TM Index. The portfolio provides exposure to companies
headquartered in countries around the world, aiming to reduce risk through country diversification.
Global Diversification
Global diversification is considered one of the best ways of reducing risk by decreasing dependency on
the performance of a single economy. Because large multinational corporations frequently have
operations in multiple countries and generate revenues worldwide, they typically have a buffer against
regional economic downturns that other smaller and more centralized companies may not have. It is
important to note that diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss.
Characteristics of Global Titans®
Market Leadership
- To be identified as Global Titans®, the companies must be well established and have a broad
client base.
- They must be well known to global investors for either their long history of success or offer
widely used products or services.
- They must be market leaders in their industry with either a dominant position or a
competitive advantage.
- They must be among the largest of blue-chip companies in the global arena.
Multinational Exposure
- All companies must be market and industry leaders globally, rather than just at the local level.
- All companies must have international market exposure, either selling or providing services,
outside of their home markets.
Not FDIC Insured Not Bank Guaranteed May Lose Value |
Portfolio Objective
This unit investment trust seeks above-average
capital appreciation; however, there is no
assurance the objective will be met.
The portfolio is invested in companies included
in the Dow Jones Global Titans 50TM Index as of
the business day prior to the portfolio's initial
date of deposit. However, it will not be adjusted
to reflect changes to the components of the
Index, if any, during the life of the portfolio.
You should consider the portfolio's investment objective, risks, and
charges and expenses carefully before investing. Contact your financial professional
or call First Trust Portfolios, L.P. at 1.800.621.1675 to request a prospectus,
which contains this and other information about the portfolio. Read it carefully
before you invest.
Risk Considerations
An investment in this unmanaged unit investment trust should be made with an understanding of the risks involved with owning common stocks, such as an economic recession and the
possible deterioration of either the financial condition of the issuers of the equity securities or the general condition of the stock market.
You should be aware that the portfolio is concentrated in stocks in the information technology sector which involves additional risks, including limited diversification. The companies engaged in the information technology
sector are subject to fierce competition, high research and development costs, and their products and services may be subject to rapid obsolescence. Technology company stocks, especially those which are Internet-related,
may experience extreme price and volume fluctuations that are often unrelated to their operating performance.
Securities of non-U.S. issuers are subject to additional risks, including currency fluctuations, political risks, withholding, the lack of adequate financial information, and exchange control restrictions impacting non-U.S. issuers.
Large capitalization companies may grow at a slower rate than the overall market.
As the use of Internet technology has become more prevalent in the course of business, the trust has become more susceptible to potential operational risks through breaches in cybersecurity.
Ongoing armed conflicts between Russia and Ukraine in Europe and among Israel, Hamas and other militant
groups in the Middle East have caused and could continue to cause significant market disruptions and volatility
within the markets in Russia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States. The hostilities and sanctions
resulting from those hostilities could have a significant impact on certain investments as well as performance.
The ongoing effects of the COVID-19 global pandemic, or the potential impacts of any future public health crisis, may cause significant volatility and uncertainty in global financial markets. While vaccines have been developed, there is no guarantee that vaccines will be effective against future variants of the disease.
The value of the securities held by the trust may be subject to steep declines or increased volatility due to changes in performance or perception of the issuers.
This UIT is a buy and hold strategy and investors should consider their ability to hold the trust until maturity. There may be tax consequences unless units are purchased in an IRA or other qualified plan.
The Dow Jones Global Titans 50TM Index is a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC or its affiliates (“SPDJI”)
and has been licensed for use by First Trust Portfolios L.P. Standard & Poor’s® and S&P® are registered
trademarks of Standard & Poor’s Financial Services LLC (“S&P”); Dow Jones® is a registered trademark of Dow
Jones Trademark Holdings LLC (“Dow Jones”); and these trademarks have been licensed for use by SPDJI and
sublicensed for certain purposes by First Trust Portfolios L.P. The Dow Jones Global Titans Portfolio is not
sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by SPDJI, Dow Jones, S&P, their respective affiliates, and none of such
parties make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in such product nor do they have any
liability for any errors, omissions, or interruptions of the Dow Jones Global Titans 50TM Index.