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First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF
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CIBR performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.45% | -13.32% | -7.88% | +4.38% | +65.97% | +60.74% |
| Flows | -$177M | +$53M | +$77M | +$2.12B | +$2.74B | +$4.53B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +24.97% | +24.29% | +20.92% | +24.08% |
Max drawdown | -19.24% | -21.31% | -21.31% | -33.81% |
Max drawdown duration | 90d | 153d | 153d | 795d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | 462d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 32
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF is built to track the Nasdaq Consumer Technology Association Cybersecurity Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 32 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 23, 2015 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is CIBR?
CIBR is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does CIBR track?
CIBR tracks the Nasdaq Consumer Technology Association Cybersecurity Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does CIBR invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Equities. It is part of the segment: Cybersecurity.
What is the expense ratio of CIBR?
The total expense ratio (TER) of CIBR is 0.59%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was CIBR launched?
CIBR was launched on June 23, 2015, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of CIBR?
CIBR is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of CIBR?
As of March 10, 2026, CIBR manages $9.93 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has CIBR performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, CIBR delivered a return of -4.45% over the past month (1M performance), -13.32% over the past three months (3M), and -7.88% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for CIBR?
As of March 10, 2026, CIBR has seen net flows of -$177M in the past month (1M flow) and +$77M year-to-date (YTD).
Does CIBR pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, CIBR has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.46%.
How many holdings are in CIBR
As of January 31, 2026, CIBR holds 32 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is CIBR?
As of January 31, 2026, CIBR holds 32 securities, with 80.3% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of CIBR?
As of January 31, 2026, CIBR holds a portfolio of 32 underlyings, with its largest positions including CISCO-T, US4567881085 and PALO ALTO NETWORKS. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does CIBR invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, CIBR has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does CIBR focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, CIBR is primarily exposed to Information Technology and Industrials.
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