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DAUG performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.71% | +3.78% | +6.09% | +12.07% | +36.50% | +36.92% |
| Flows | +$1M | +$1M | -$8M | +$39M | -$178M | +$161M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. The dividend policy is capitalization.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Dividend policy | Capitalization |
| Inception date | November 7, 2019 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.77% | +5.54% | +7.86% | +8.59% |
Max drawdown | -1.16% | -4.39% | -10.47% | -15.79% |
Max drawdown duration | 8d | 44d | 106d | 721d |
Time to recover | 3d | 12d | 59d | 453d |
What type of ETF is DAUG?
DAUG is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does DAUG invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of DAUG?
The total expense ratio (TER) of DAUG is 0.85%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was DAUG launched?
DAUG was launched on November 7, 2019, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of DAUG?
DAUG is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of DAUG?
As of July 16, 2026, DAUG manages $368.34 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has DAUG performed recently?
As of July 16, 2026, DAUG delivered a return of 0.71% over the past month (1M performance), 3.78% over the past three months (3M), and 6.09% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for DAUG?
As of July 16, 2026, DAUG has seen net flows of +$1M in the past month (1M flow) and -$8M year-to-date (YTD).
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