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First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX ETF
FXU performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 23, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.76% | +8.73% | +10.90% | +24.60% | +59.21% | +80.91% |
| Flows | +$35M | -$818M | -$1.01B | -$833M | +$254M | +$392M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX ETF is built to track the StrataQuant Utilities 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 | 40 |
| 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 40
Top 15 Holdings
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Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +15.34% | +13.00% | +15.77% | +16.74% |
Max drawdown | -5.67% | -5.88% | -17.58% | -21.82% |
Max drawdown duration | 37d | 71d | 368d | 604d |
Time to recover | 19d | 34d | 208d | 220d |
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 FXU?
FXU is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FXU track?
FXU tracks the StrataQuant Utilities Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FXU invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted Large Cap US Utilities Equities. It is part of the segment: US Utilities.
What is the expense ratio of FXU?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FXU is 0.61%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FXU launched?
FXU was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FXU?
FXU is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FXU?
As of April 23, 2026, FXU manages $896.40 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FXU performed recently?
As of April 23, 2026, FXU delivered a return of 2.76% over the past month (1M performance), 8.73% over the past three months (3M), and 10.9% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FXU?
As of April 23, 2026, FXU has seen net flows of +$35M in the past month (1M flow) and -$1.01B year-to-date (YTD).
Does FXU pay dividends?
As of April 23, 2026, FXU has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.11%.
How many holdings are in FXU
As of March 31, 2026, FXU holds 40 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FXU?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU holds 40 securities, with 57.19% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FXU?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU holds a portfolio of 40 underlyings, with its largest positions including EDISON INTERNATIONAL, NFG and CONSOLIDATED EDISON. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FXU invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FXU focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU is primarily exposed to Utilities.
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