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First Trust Emerging Markets AlphaDEX Fund ETF
FEM performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 2, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -3.55% | +8.98% | +10.46% | +34.90% | +60.35% | +38.70% |
| Flows | +$27M | +$127M | +$127M | +$137M | +$87M | +$84M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Emerging Markets AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Emerging Markets Net 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 | 134 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 18, 2011 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of February 28, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 134
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +19.62% | +16.51% | +14.61% | +16.14% |
Max drawdown | -7.96% | -12.14% | -17.18% | -31.45% |
Max drawdown duration | 36d | 29d | 386d | 1366d |
Time to recover | N/A | 24d | 64d | 986d |
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 FEM?
FEM is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FEM track?
FEM tracks the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Emerging Markets Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FEM invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Emerging markets Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of FEM?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FEM is 0.8%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FEM launched?
FEM was launched on April 18, 2011, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FEM?
FEM is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FEM?
As of April 2, 2026, FEM manages $653.60 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FEM performed recently?
As of April 2, 2026, FEM delivered a return of -3.55% over the past month (1M performance), 8.98% over the past three months (3M), and 10.46% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FEM?
As of April 2, 2026, FEM has seen net flows of +$27M in the past month (1M flow) and +$127M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FEM pay dividends?
As of April 2, 2026, FEM has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.82%.
How many holdings are in FEM
As of February 28, 2026, FEM holds 134 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FEM?
As of February 28, 2026, FEM holds 134 securities, with 22.5% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FEM?
As of February 28, 2026, FEM holds a portfolio of 134 underlyings, with its largest positions including YANGTZE OPTICAL FIBRE AND CABLE JOINT STOCK LTD- H SHARE, CHALCO and ELITE MATL. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FEM invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, FEM has its largest geographic exposures in China, Taiwan and Brazil.
What sectors or themes does FEM focus on?
As of February 28, 2026, FEM is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Materials and Energy.
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