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First Trust Value Line Dividend ETF - USD
FVD performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 27, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +5.55% | +0.23% | +10.44% | +10.97% | +48.69% | +36.44% |
| Flows | -$84M | -$314M | -$1.10B | -$1.50B | -$5.27B | -$6.00B |
Characteristics
The First Trust Value Line Dividend ETF - USD is built to track the Value Line Dividend 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 | 240 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | August 19, 2003 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 240
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +10.47% | +10.49% | +11.32% | +12.97% |
Max drawdown | -7.64% | -7.64% | -11.94% | -16.64% |
Max drawdown duration | 64d | 64d | 233d | 792d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 106d | 512d |
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 FVD?
FVD is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FVD track?
FVD tracks the Value Line Dividend Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FVD invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted US Equities. It is part of the segment: US High Dividend.
What is the expense ratio of FVD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FVD is 0.61%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FVD launched?
FVD was launched on August 19, 2003, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FVD?
FVD is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FVD?
As of October 27, 2026, FVD manages $7.97 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FVD performed recently?
As of October 27, 2026, FVD delivered a return of 5.55% over the past month (1M performance), 0.23% over the past three months (3M), and 10.44% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FVD?
As of October 27, 2026, FVD has seen net flows of -$84M in the past month (1M flow) and -$1.10B year-to-date (YTD).
Does FVD pay dividends?
As of October 27, 2026, FVD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.25%.
How many holdings are in FVD
As of August 31, 2026, FVD holds 240 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FVD?
As of August 31, 2026, FVD holds 240 securities, with 6.51% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FVD?
As of August 31, 2026, FVD holds a portfolio of 240 underlyings, with its largest positions including The Williams Cos., Inc., Kinder Morgan, Inc. and The Bank of Nova Scotia. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FVD invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, FVD has its largest geographic exposures in USA and Canada.
What sectors or themes does FVD focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, FVD is primarily exposed to Finance, Utilities and Industrials.
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