First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII DEFA14A, filed Jun 11, 2025
First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII (AFGR)
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 11, 2025
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| Important Notice |
Re: First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (“FIXD”)
Dear Shareholder:
We have tried unsuccessfully to contact you, whether by mail or by phone, regarding the upcoming Special Meeting of Stockholders of First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF.
At the Special Meeting stockholders are being asked to vote on two important operating initiatives for First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF. The proposals require your consideration and response. Our records indicate that you have not yet voted on the proposal.
It is important that we speak to you regarding this matter. Please call toll-free at 1-877-297-1738 between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. At the time of the call, please reference the Investor ID listed below.
INVESTOR PROFILE:
Investor ID: XXXXXXXX Security ID: XXXXXXXX
Shares owned: XXXXXXXXX Household ID: XXXXXXXX
There is no confidential information required and the call will only take a few moments of your time. Please contact us as soon as possible. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
James A. Bowen
Chairman of the Board
First Trust TCW Opportunistic Fixed Income ETF (“FIXD”)
OFFICIAL BUSINESS_ This document relates to your investment in our Fund.