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Franklin U.S. Small Cap Multifactor Index ETF
FLQS performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 28, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.68% | +8.97% | +16.58% | +22.01% | +41.89% | +40.94% |
| Flows | -$7M | -$2M | -$25M | -$7M | +$12M | +$19M |
Characteristics
The Franklin U.S. Small Cap Multifactor Index ETF is built to track the LibertyQ US Small Cap Equity 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 | Franklin Templeton |
| N° of holdings | 494 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 26, 2017 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 494
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +13.51% | +15.13% | +17.91% | +19.21% |
Max drawdown | -3.91% | -9.09% | -22.82% | -28.18% |
Max drawdown duration | 33d | 112d | 415d | 862d |
Time to recover | 25d | 50d | 282d | 651d |
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 FLQS?
FLQS is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Franklin Templeton.
What index does FLQS track?
FLQS tracks the LibertyQ US Small Cap Equity Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through optimized sampling.
What does FLQS invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of FLQS?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FLQS is 0.35%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FLQS launched?
FLQS was launched on April 26, 2017, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FLQS?
FLQS is issued by Franklin Templeton.
What is the AUM of FLQS?
As of July 28, 2026, FLQS manages $52.47 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FLQS performed recently?
As of July 28, 2026, FLQS delivered a return of 2.68% over the past month (1M performance), 8.97% over the past three months (3M), and 16.58% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FLQS?
As of July 28, 2026, FLQS has seen net flows of -$7M in the past month (1M flow) and -$25M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FLQS pay dividends?
As of July 28, 2026, FLQS has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.07%.
How many holdings are in FLQS
As of June 30, 2026, FLQS holds 494 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FLQS?
As of June 30, 2026, FLQS holds 494 securities, with 13.53% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FLQS?
As of June 30, 2026, FLQS holds a portfolio of 494 underlyings, with its largest positions including Alkermes Plc, Moog, Inc. and ESCO Technologies, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FLQS invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, FLQS has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FLQS focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, FLQS is primarily exposed to Finance, Technology and Healthcare.
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