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First Trust S&P International Dividend Aristocrats ETF
FID performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.54% | +3.81% | +9.85% | +20.10% | +60.77% | +52.23% |
| Flows | +$1M | +$2M | +$23M | +$37M | +$47M | +$93M |
Characteristics
The First Trust S&P International Dividend Aristocrats ETF is built to track the S&P International Dividend Aristocrats TR 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 | 71 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | August 22, 2013 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of May 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 71
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +9.18% | +8.87% | +10.56% | +11.62% |
Max drawdown | -3.79% | -8.41% | -10.49% | -24.28% |
Max drawdown duration | 44d | 88d | 135d | 853d |
Time to recover | 21d | 63d | 47d | 582d |
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 | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is FID?
FID is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FID track?
FID tracks the S&P International Dividend Aristocrats TR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FID invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Global ex-US Equities. It is part of the segment: Global Blended Cap.
What is the expense ratio of FID?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FID is 0.6%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FID launched?
FID was launched on August 22, 2013, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FID?
FID is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FID?
As of July 16, 2026, FID manages $163.16 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FID performed recently?
As of July 16, 2026, FID delivered a return of 0.54% over the past month (1M performance), 3.81% over the past three months (3M), and 9.85% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FID?
As of July 16, 2026, FID has seen net flows of +$1M in the past month (1M flow) and +$23M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FID pay dividends?
As of July 16, 2026, FID has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 4.14%.
How many holdings are in FID
As of May 31, 2026, FID holds 71 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FID?
As of May 31, 2026, FID holds 71 securities, with 29.3% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FID?
As of May 31, 2026, FID holds a portfolio of 71 underlyings, with its largest positions including Lenovo Group Ltd., TELUS Corp. and Legal & General Group Plc. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FID invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, FID has its largest geographic exposures in Canada, Hong Kong and Switzerland.
What sectors or themes does FID focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, FID is primarily exposed to Finance, Utilities and Telecommunications.
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