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FTHI performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.03% | +1.98% | +9.49% | +11.54% | +48.92% | +69.13% |
| Flows | +$76M | +$204M | +$642M | +$936M | +$2.17B | +$2.37B |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 166 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 6, 2014 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 166
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +8.86% | +9.75% | +11.78% | +13.66% |
Max drawdown | -2.88% | -5.42% | -15.95% | -16.97% |
Max drawdown duration | 32d | 50d | 134d | 418d |
Time to recover | N/A | 18d | 81d | 256d |
What type of ETF is FTHI?
FTHI is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does FTHI invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of FTHI?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FTHI is 0.76%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FTHI launched?
FTHI was launched on January 6, 2014, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FTHI?
FTHI is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FTHI?
As of September 17, 2026, FTHI manages $2.53 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FTHI performed recently?
As of September 17, 2026, FTHI delivered a return of -2.03% over the past month (1M performance), 1.98% over the past three months (3M), and 9.49% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FTHI?
As of September 17, 2026, FTHI has seen net flows of +$76M in the past month (1M flow) and +$642M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FTHI pay dividends?
As of September 17, 2026, FTHI has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 10.29%.
How many holdings are in FTHI
As of July 31, 2026, FTHI holds 166 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FTHI?
As of July 31, 2026, FTHI holds 166 securities, with 42.04% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FTHI?
As of July 31, 2026, FTHI holds a portfolio of 166 underlyings, with its largest positions including Apple, Inc., NVIDIA Corp. and JPMorgan Chase & Co.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FTHI invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, FTHI has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FTHI focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, FTHI is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Consumer Non-Cyclicals.
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