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First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.20% | +10.75% | +16.12% | +94.34% | +154.69% | +156.61% |
| Flows | -$47M | -$36M | -$18M | +$839M | +$583M | +$631M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +39.49% | +41.15% | +35.06% | +35.73% |
Max drawdown | -12.57% | -24.73% | -41.72% | -44.01% |
Max drawdown duration | 13d | 46d | 434d | 718d |
Time to recover | N/A | 32d | 163d | 435d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 31
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF is built to track the NASDAQ US Smart Semiconductor 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 | 31 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 20, 2016 |
| ESG | No |
What type of ETF is FTXL?
FTXL is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FTXL track?
FTXL tracks the NASDAQ US Smart Semiconductor Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FTXL invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other US Semiconductors Equities. It is part of the segment: US Info. Technology.
What is the expense ratio of FTXL?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FTXL is 0.6%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FTXL launched?
FTXL was launched on September 20, 2016, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FTXL?
FTXL is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FTXL?
As of March 10, 2026, FTXL manages $1.52 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FTXL performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, FTXL delivered a return of -2.2% over the past month (1M performance), 10.75% over the past three months (3M), and 16.12% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FTXL?
As of March 10, 2026, FTXL has seen net flows of -$47M in the past month (1M flow) and -$18M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FTXL pay dividends?
As of March 10, 2026, FTXL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.24%.
How many holdings are in FTXL
As of January 31, 2026, FTXL holds 31 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FTXL?
As of January 31, 2026, FTXL holds 31 securities, with 82.43% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FTXL?
As of January 31, 2026, FTXL holds a portfolio of 31 underlyings, with its largest positions including MICRON TECHNOLOGY, INTEL-T and US5128073062. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FTXL invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, FTXL has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FTXL focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, FTXL is primarily exposed to Information Technology.
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