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First Trust Active Factor International ETF
AFDM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.68% | +5.85% | +15.29% | +23.24% | +79.52% | +49.06% |
| Flows | - | - | +$9M | +$12M | -$14M | -$33M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 132 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 13, 2016 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 132
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +10.71% | +13.47% | +13.78% | +16.19% |
Max drawdown | -2.36% | -10.06% | -12.89% | -35.13% |
Max drawdown duration | 17d | 107d | 37d | 1067d |
Time to recover | 10d | 85d | 18d | 690d |
What type of ETF is AFDM?
AFDM is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does AFDM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Developed markets Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of AFDM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of AFDM is 0.8%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was AFDM launched?
AFDM was launched on April 13, 2016, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of AFDM?
AFDM is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of AFDM?
As of September 11, 2026, AFDM manages $166.64 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AFDM performed recently?
As of September 11, 2026, AFDM delivered a return of -0.68% over the past month (1M performance), 5.85% over the past three months (3M), and 15.29% year-to-date (YTD).
Does AFDM pay dividends?
As of September 11, 2026, AFDM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.05%.
How many holdings are in AFDM
As of July 31, 2026, AFDM holds 132 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is AFDM?
As of July 31, 2026, AFDM holds 132 securities, with 29.9% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AFDM?
As of July 31, 2026, AFDM holds a portfolio of 132 underlyings, with its largest positions including Advantest Corp., HSBC Holdings Plc and ASML Holding NV. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does AFDM invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, AFDM has its largest geographic exposures in Japan, United Kingdom and Switzerland.
What sectors or themes does AFDM focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, AFDM is primarily exposed to Finance, Technology and Energy.
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