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First Trust Multi Cap Growth AlphaDEX Fund ETF
FAD performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 28, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +13.48% | +2.38% | +7.37% | +34.66% | +80.07% | +53.92% |
| Flows | +$25M | +$26M | +$51M | +$113M | +$141M | +$125M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Multi Cap Growth AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Multi Cap Growth GTR 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 | 672 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 8, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 672
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +22.36% | +17.97% | +19.12% | +21.07% |
Max drawdown | -10.12% | -10.70% | -23.51% | -31.99% |
Max drawdown duration | 43d | 81d | 230d | 967d |
Time to recover | 12d | 15d | 106d | 659d |
Replication quality
Data as of March 31, 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 |
What type of ETF is FAD?
FAD is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FAD track?
FAD tracks the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Multi Cap Growth GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FAD invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of FAD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FAD is 0.63%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FAD launched?
FAD was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FAD?
FAD is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FAD?
As of April 28, 2026, FAD manages $451.56 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FAD performed recently?
As of April 28, 2026, FAD delivered a return of 13.48% over the past month (1M performance), 2.38% over the past three months (3M), and 7.37% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FAD?
As of April 28, 2026, FAD has seen net flows of +$25M in the past month (1M flow) and +$51M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FAD pay dividends?
As of April 28, 2026, FAD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.1%.
How many holdings are in FAD
As of March 31, 2026, FAD holds 672 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FAD?
As of March 31, 2026, FAD holds 672 securities, with 9.04% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FAD?
As of March 31, 2026, FAD holds a portfolio of 672 underlyings, with its largest positions including VERTIV HOLDINGS, SEAGATE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PLC and MICHAEL STORES. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FAD invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, FAD has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FAD focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, FAD is primarily exposed to Industrials, Information Technology and Health Care.
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