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First Trust Nasdaq Transportation ETF
FTXR performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 23, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.17% | -8.14% | +6.55% | +17.52% | +65.53% | +33.52% |
| Flows | -$805M | -$839M | +$138M | +$132M | +$122M | -$865M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Nasdaq Transportation ETF is built to track the NASDAQ US Smart Transportation 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 | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 43 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 20, 2016 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 43
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +15.62% | +20.94% | +22.65% | +23.83% |
Max drawdown | -10.77% | -14.50% | -29.57% | -33.91% |
Max drawdown duration | 80d | 96d | 351d | 1036d |
Time to recover | N/A | 57d | 218d | 768d |
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 | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is FTXR?
FTXR is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FTXR track?
FTXR tracks the NASDAQ US Smart Transportation Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FTXR invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other US Transportation Equities. It is part of the segment: US Industrials.
What is the expense ratio of FTXR?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FTXR is 0.6%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FTXR launched?
FTXR was launched on September 20, 2016, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FTXR?
FTXR is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FTXR?
As of October 23, 2026, FTXR manages $162.06 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FTXR performed recently?
As of October 23, 2026, FTXR delivered a return of -2.17% over the past month (1M performance), -8.14% over the past three months (3M), and 6.55% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FTXR?
As of October 23, 2026, FTXR has seen net flows of -$805M in the past month (1M flow) and +$138M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FTXR pay dividends?
As of October 23, 2026, FTXR has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.1%.
How many holdings are in FTXR
As of August 31, 2026, FTXR holds 43 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FTXR?
As of August 31, 2026, FTXR holds 43 securities, with 74.49% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FTXR?
As of August 31, 2026, FTXR holds a portfolio of 43 underlyings, with its largest positions including Union Pacific Corp., General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FTXR invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, FTXR has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FTXR focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, FTXR is primarily exposed to Industrials and Consumer Cyclicals.
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