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First Trust Materials AlphaDEX Fund ETF
FXZ performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -9.62% | -3.74% | +17.73% | +30.57% | +22.01% | +49.44% |
| Flows | -$21M | +$16M | +$129M | +$102M | -$228M | +$11M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Materials AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the StrataQuant Materials 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 May 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 | +22.10% | +22.62% | +21.84% | +24.35% |
Max drawdown | -10.36% | -12.79% | -33.94% | -33.94% |
Max drawdown duration | 31d | 36d | 639d | 639d |
Time to recover | N/A | 19d | 276d | 276d |
Replication quality
Data as of June 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 FXZ?
FXZ is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FXZ track?
FXZ tracks the StrataQuant Materials Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FXZ invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large and Mid-Cap US Materials Equities. It is part of the segment: US Materials.
What is the expense ratio of FXZ?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FXZ is 0.64%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FXZ launched?
FXZ was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FXZ?
FXZ is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FXZ?
As of July 16, 2026, FXZ manages $375.40 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FXZ performed recently?
As of July 16, 2026, FXZ delivered a return of -9.62% over the past month (1M performance), -3.74% over the past three months (3M), and 17.73% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FXZ?
As of July 16, 2026, FXZ has seen net flows of -$21M in the past month (1M flow) and +$129M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FXZ pay dividends?
As of July 16, 2026, FXZ has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.44%.
How many holdings are in FXZ
As of May 31, 2026, FXZ 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 FXZ?
As of May 31, 2026, FXZ holds 38 securities, with 62.05% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FXZ?
As of May 31, 2026, FXZ holds a portfolio of 38 underlyings, with its largest positions including Steel Dynamics, Inc., NewMarket Corp. and RBC Bearings, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FXZ invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, FXZ has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FXZ focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, FXZ is primarily exposed to Non-Energy Materials.
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