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First Trust Dow Jones Select MicroCap Index Fund ETF
FDM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 28, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.01% | +5.04% | +17.47% | +30.01% | +62.38% | +69.23% |
| Flows | - | +$9M | +$13M | +$18M | +$9M | +$13M |
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 |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 146 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 27, 2005 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 146
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +15.47% | +18.13% | +20.57% | +21.30% |
Max drawdown | -5.03% | -8.71% | -23.13% | -23.71% |
Max drawdown duration | 38d | 59d | 208d | 974d |
Time to recover | 23d | 20d | 84d | 436d |
Replication quality
Data as of June 30, 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 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 July 28, 2026, FDM manages $264.91 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FDM performed recently?
As of July 28, 2026, FDM delivered a return of 0.01% over the past month (1M performance), 5.04% over the past three months (3M), and 17.47% year-to-date (YTD).
Does FDM pay dividends?
As of July 28, 2026, FDM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.35%.
How many holdings are in FDM
As of June 30, 2026, FDM holds 146 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 June 30, 2026, FDM holds 146 securities, with 21.97% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FDM?
As of June 30, 2026, FDM holds a portfolio of 146 underlyings, with its largest positions including Stoke Therapeutics, Inc., TETRA Technologies, Inc. and NWPX Infrastructure, Inc.. 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 June 30, 2026, FDM has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FDM focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, FDM is primarily exposed to Finance, Consumer Cyclicals and Industrials.
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