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First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund ETF
FXL performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.73% | +5.59% | +16.70% | +22.72% | +68.90% | +57.95% |
| Flows | +$967M | +$990M | +$932M | +$909M | +$663M | -$681M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the StrataQuant Technology 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 | 103 |
| 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 June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 103
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +31.14% | +25.39% | +24.69% | +26.18% |
Max drawdown | -12.38% | -13.53% | -28.19% | -38.56% |
Max drawdown duration | 52d | 77d | 156d | 821d |
Time to recover | N/A | 17d | 108d | 483d |
Replication quality
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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 FXL?
FXL is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FXL track?
FXL tracks the StrataQuant Technology Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FXL invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large Cap US Information Technology Equities. It is part of the segment: US Info. Technology.
What is the expense ratio of FXL?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FXL is 0.6%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FXL launched?
FXL was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FXL?
FXL is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FXL?
As of July 24, 2026, FXL manages $2.51 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FXL performed recently?
As of July 24, 2026, FXL delivered a return of -5.73% over the past month (1M performance), 5.59% over the past three months (3M), and 16.7% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FXL?
As of July 24, 2026, FXL has seen net flows of +$967M in the past month (1M flow) and +$932M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FXL pay dividends?
As of July 24, 2026, FXL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0%.
How many holdings are in FXL
As of June 30, 2026, FXL holds 103 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FXL?
As of June 30, 2026, FXL holds 103 securities, with 32.89% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FXL?
As of June 30, 2026, FXL holds a portfolio of 103 underlyings, with its largest positions including Micron Technology, Inc., Marvell Technology, Inc. and Dell Technologies, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FXL invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, FXL has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FXL focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, FXL is primarily exposed to Technology.
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