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First Trust Active Factor Emerging Markets ETF
AFEM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.09% | +6.56% | +26.38% | +33.83% | +96.88% | +68.30% |
| Flows | - | - | +$17M | +$21M | +$22M | +$16M |
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 | 3401 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 14, 2016 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 3,401
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +16.57% | +16.40% | +14.83% | +15.99% |
Max drawdown | -7.12% | -11.02% | -14.01% | -30.93% |
Max drawdown duration | 48d | 50d | 222d | 938d |
Time to recover | 6d | 18d | 32d | 558d |
What type of ETF is AFEM?
AFEM is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does AFEM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Emerging markets Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of AFEM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of AFEM is 0.99%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was AFEM launched?
AFEM was launched on June 14, 2016, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of AFEM?
AFEM is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of AFEM?
As of September 11, 2026, AFEM manages $83.68 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has AFEM performed recently?
As of September 11, 2026, AFEM delivered a return of 2.09% over the past month (1M performance), 6.56% over the past three months (3M), and 26.38% year-to-date (YTD).
Does AFEM pay dividends?
As of September 11, 2026, AFEM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.51%.
How many holdings are in AFEM
As of July 31, 2026, AFEM holds 3401 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is AFEM?
As of July 31, 2026, AFEM holds 3401 securities, with 47.18% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of AFEM?
As of July 31, 2026, AFEM holds a portfolio of 3401 underlyings, with its largest positions including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., MediaTek, Inc. and Unimicron Technology Corp.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does AFEM invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, AFEM has its largest geographic exposures in Taiwan, India and China.
What sectors or themes does AFEM focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, AFEM is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Industrials.
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