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First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund ETF
GRID performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 21, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +10.00% | +14.34% | +18.22% | +64.63% | +92.60% | +115.78% |
| Flows | +$783M | +$2.65B | +$2.98B | +$5.49B | +$6.73B | +$7.11B |
Characteristics
The First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund ETF is built to track the NASDAQ OMX Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure 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 | 106 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | November 16, 2009 |
| ESG | Yes |
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Exposure
Data as of February 28, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 106
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +24.43% | +17.64% | +18.50% | +20.34% |
Max drawdown | -11.20% | -11.20% | -20.51% | -29.72% |
Max drawdown duration | 43d | 43d | 218d | 570d |
Time to recover | 12d | 12d | 118d | 244d |
Replication quality
Data as of March 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
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What type of ETF is GRID?
GRID is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does GRID track?
GRID tracks the NASDAQ OMX Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does GRID invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equities. It is part of the segment: Smart City.
What is the expense ratio of GRID?
The total expense ratio (TER) of GRID is 0.56%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was GRID launched?
GRID was launched on November 16, 2009, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of GRID?
GRID is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of GRID?
As of April 21, 2026, GRID manages $9.35 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has GRID performed recently?
As of April 21, 2026, GRID delivered a return of 10% over the past month (1M performance), 14.34% over the past three months (3M), and 18.22% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for GRID?
As of April 21, 2026, GRID has seen net flows of +$783M in the past month (1M flow) and +$2.98B year-to-date (YTD).
Does GRID pay dividends?
As of April 21, 2026, GRID has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.83%.
How many holdings are in GRID
As of February 28, 2026, GRID holds 106 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is GRID?
As of February 28, 2026, GRID holds 106 securities, with 67.88% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of GRID?
As of February 28, 2026, GRID holds a portfolio of 106 underlyings, with its largest positions including NATIONAL GRID, ABB and JOHNSON CONTROLS INTERNATIONAL. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does GRID invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, GRID has its largest geographic exposures in USA, Ireland and France.
What sectors or themes does GRID focus on?
As of February 28, 2026, GRID is primarily exposed to Industrials, Utilities and Information Technology.
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