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First Trust Energy AlphaDEX Fund ETF
FXN performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 27, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -7.22% | +20.37% | +31.13% | +51.47% | +51.73% | +139.24% |
| Flows | +$747M | +$884M | +$869M | +$814M | +$427M | +$565M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Energy AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the StrataQuant Energy 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 | 38 |
| 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 March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 38
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +24.18% | +24.04% | +25.56% | +29.03% |
Max drawdown | -11.73% | -11.73% | -31.64% | -31.64% |
Max drawdown duration | 29d | 29d | 667d | 667d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 302d | 302d |
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 FXN?
FXN is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FXN track?
FXN tracks the StrataQuant Energy Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FXN invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted Large Cap US Energy Equities. It is part of the segment: US Energy.
What is the expense ratio of FXN?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FXN is 0.63%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FXN launched?
FXN was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FXN?
FXN is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FXN?
As of April 27, 2026, FXN manages $1.15 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FXN performed recently?
As of April 27, 2026, FXN delivered a return of -7.22% over the past month (1M performance), 20.37% over the past three months (3M), and 31.13% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FXN?
As of April 27, 2026, FXN has seen net flows of +$747M in the past month (1M flow) and +$869M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FXN pay dividends?
As of April 27, 2026, FXN has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.83%.
How many holdings are in FXN
As of March 31, 2026, FXN holds 38 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FXN?
As of March 31, 2026, FXN holds 38 securities, with 61.54% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FXN?
As of March 31, 2026, FXN holds a portfolio of 38 underlyings, with its largest positions including APA CORPORATION, US71424F1057 and MATADOR RESOURCES. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FXN invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, FXN has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FXN focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, FXN is primarily exposed to Energy.
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