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First Trust Small Cap Core AlphaDEX Fund ETF
FYX performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 22, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.14% | -2.53% | +23.05% | +27.24% | +88.60% | +52.89% |
| Flows | +$4M | +$54M | +$229M | +$234M | +$101M | +$91M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Small Cap Core AlphaDEX Fund ETF is built to track the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Small Cap Core Net 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 | 516 |
| 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 August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 516
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.85% | +16.29% | +20.44% | +21.91% |
Max drawdown | -8.70% | -8.70% | -28.15% | -28.15% |
Max drawdown duration | 79d | 79d | 296d | 296d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 163d | 163d |
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 FYX?
FYX is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does FYX track?
FYX tracks the NASDAQ AlphaDEX Small Cap Core Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does FYX invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of FYX?
The total expense ratio (TER) of FYX is 0.58%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was FYX launched?
FYX was launched on May 8, 2007, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of FYX?
FYX is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of FYX?
As of October 22, 2026, FYX manages $1.37 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has FYX performed recently?
As of October 22, 2026, FYX delivered a return of -0.14% over the past month (1M performance), -2.53% over the past three months (3M), and 23.05% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for FYX?
As of October 22, 2026, FYX has seen net flows of +$4M in the past month (1M flow) and +$229M year-to-date (YTD).
Does FYX pay dividends?
As of October 22, 2026, FYX has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.1%.
How many holdings are in FYX
As of August 31, 2026, FYX holds 516 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is FYX?
As of August 31, 2026, FYX holds 516 securities, with 6.84% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of FYX?
As of August 31, 2026, FYX holds a portfolio of 516 underlyings, with its largest positions including CBIZ, Inc., Everforth, Inc. and PBF Energy, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does FYX invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, FYX has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does FYX focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, FYX is primarily exposed to Finance, Healthcare and Technology.
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