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First Trust Nasdaq Lux Digital Health Solutions ETF
EKG performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of June 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +10.20% | +5.83% | -6.91% | +1.18% | -2.10% | |
| Flows | - | - | - | -$870K | +$1M | - |
Characteristics
The First Trust Nasdaq Lux Digital Health Solutions ETF is built to track the Nasdaq Lux Health Tech NTR 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 |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 37 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | March 22, 2022 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of April 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 37
Top 15 Holdings
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +27.41% | +22.04% | +23.30% | |
Max drawdown | -9.70% | -22.11% | -34.97% | |
Max drawdown duration | 39d | 160d | 563d | N/A |
Time to recover | 15d | N/A | 458d | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of May 29, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is EKG?
EKG is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does EKG track?
EKG tracks the Nasdaq Lux Health Tech NTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does EKG invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equities. It is part of the segment: Healthcare Technology.
What is the expense ratio of EKG?
The total expense ratio (TER) of EKG is 0.65%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was EKG launched?
EKG was launched on March 22, 2022, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of EKG?
EKG is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of EKG?
As of June 16, 2026, EKG manages $2.65 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has EKG performed recently?
As of June 16, 2026, EKG delivered a return of 10.2% over the past month (1M performance), 5.83% over the past three months (3M), and -6.91% year-to-date (YTD).
How many holdings are in EKG
As of April 30, 2026, EKG holds 37 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is EKG?
As of April 30, 2026, EKG holds 37 securities, with 74.64% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of EKG?
As of April 30, 2026, EKG holds a portfolio of 37 underlyings, with its largest positions including VEEVA SYSTEMS IN, INTUITIVE SURGICAL and IQVIA HOLDINGS INC. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does EKG invest in?
As of April 30, 2026, EKG has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does EKG focus on?
As of April 30, 2026, EKG is primarily exposed to Health Care.
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