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First Trust Mid Cap Core AlphaDEX Fund ETF
FNX performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 29, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +5.02% | +0.18% | +14.06% | +15.19% | +71.96% | +46.67% |
| Flows | +$49M | +$56M | +$91M | +$85M | -$70M | -$21M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Mid Cap Core AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Mid Cap Core GTR 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 | 449 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | May 8, 2007 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of September 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 449
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +11.48% | +14.93% | +18.47% | +20.49% |
Max drawdown | -8.63% | -9.22% | -25.04% | -25.04% |
Max drawdown duration | 74d | 65d | 289d | 289d |
Time to recover | N/A | 28d | 156d | 156d |
Replication quality
Data as of September 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 FNX?
FNX is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FNX track?
FNX tracks the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Mid Cap Core GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FNX invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Mid Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of FNX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FNX is 0.62%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FNX launched?
FNX was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FNX?
FNX is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FNX?
As of October 29, 2026, FNX manages $1.43 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FNX performed recently?
As of October 29, 2026, FNX delivered a return of 5.02% over the past month (1M performance), 0.18% over the past three months (3M), and 14.06% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FNX?
As of October 29, 2026, FNX has seen net flows of +$49M in the past month (1M flow) and +$91M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FNX pay dividends?
As of October 29, 2026, FNX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.97%.
How many holdings are in FNX
As of September 30, 2026, FNX holds 449 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FNX?
As of September 30, 2026, FNX holds 449 securities, with 7.4% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FNX?
As of September 30, 2026, FNX holds a portfolio of 449 underlyings, with its largest positions including HF Sinclair Corp., EPAM Systems, Inc. and SM Energy Co.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FNX invest in?
As of September 30, 2026, FNX has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FNX focus on?
As of September 30, 2026, FNX is primarily exposed to Finance, Industrials and Technology.
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