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First Trust Dow Jones Select MicroCap Index Fund ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 12, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.38% | -1.38% | +1.46% | +30.26% | +59.98% | +37.57% |
| Flows | - | - | - | +$11M | +$9M | +$9M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +18.30% | +22.10% | +21.30% | +21.85% |
Max drawdown | -7.34% | -13.77% | -23.13% | -23.71% |
Max drawdown duration | 32d | 45d | 208d | 974d |
Time to recover | N/A | 31d | 84d | 436d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 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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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 148
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The First Trust Dow Jones Select MicroCap Index Fund ETF is built to track the Dow Jones Select MicroCap 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 | 148 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 27, 2005 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is FDM?
FDM is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FDM track?
FDM tracks the Dow Jones Select MicroCap Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FDM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Small Cap.
What is the expense ratio of FDM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FDM is 0.65%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FDM launched?
FDM was launched on September 27, 2005, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FDM?
FDM is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FDM?
As of March 12, 2026, FDM manages $218.29 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FDM performed recently?
As of March 12, 2026, FDM delivered a return of -5.38% over the past month (1M performance), -1.38% over the past three months (3M), and 1.46% year-to-date (YTD).
Does FDM pay dividends?
As of March 12, 2026, FDM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.41%.
How many holdings are in FDM
As of January 31, 2026, FDM holds 148 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FDM?
As of January 31, 2026, FDM holds 148 securities, with 21.36% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FDM?
As of January 31, 2026, FDM holds a portfolio of 148 underlyings, with its largest positions including STOKE THERAPEUTICS INC, TETRA TECHNOLOGIES and DELUXE. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FDM invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, FDM has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FDM focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, FDM is primarily exposed to Financials, Industrials and Consumer Discretionary.
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