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First Trust Large Cap Core AlphaDEX Fund ETF
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FEX performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.76% | +3.11% | +4.07% | +22.99% | +63.32% | +66.56% |
| Flows | +$90K | -$18M | -$18M | -$86M | -$243M | -$208M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +11.97% | +17.88% | +14.97% | +16.83% |
Max drawdown | -3.41% | -13.48% | -19.51% | -21.53% |
Max drawdown duration | 16d | 46d | 232d | 757d |
Time to recover | N/A | 32d | 105d | 445d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 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 |
Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
Sectors
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 374
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The First Trust Large Cap Core AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Large Cap Core 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 |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 374 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 8, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is FEX?
FEX is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FEX track?
FEX tracks the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Large Cap Core Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FEX invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of FEX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FEX is 0.57%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FEX launched?
FEX was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FEX?
FEX is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FEX?
As of March 10, 2026, FEX manages $1.41 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FEX performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, FEX delivered a return of -2.76% over the past month (1M performance), 3.11% over the past three months (3M), and 4.07% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FEX?
As of March 10, 2026, FEX has seen net flows of +$90K in the past month (1M flow) and -$18M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FEX pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, FEX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.06%.
How many holdings are in FEX
As of January 31, 2026, FEX holds 374 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FEX?
As of January 31, 2026, FEX holds 374 securities, with 7.76% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FEX?
As of January 31, 2026, FEX holds a portfolio of 374 underlyings, with its largest positions including SEAGATE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS PLC, KYG3730V1059 and SCHLUMBERGER. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FEX invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, FEX has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FEX focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, FEX is primarily exposed to Financials, Industrials and Information Technology.
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