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First Trust Low Duration Strategic Focus ETF
LDSF performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 23, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.30% | +1.03% | +1.42% | +6.48% | +16.62% | +12.58% |
| Flows | -$5K | +$11M | +$16M | +$42M | -$16M | +$8M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 613 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 3, 2019 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 613
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +3.12% | +2.14% | +2.61% | +2.61% |
Max drawdown | -1.54% | -1.54% | -1.65% | -7.84% |
Max drawdown duration | 46d | 46d | 74d | 926d |
Time to recover | 21d | 21d | 26d | 433d |
What type of ETF is LDSF?
LDSF is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does LDSF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Mixed Ratings Aggregate Bonds. It is part of the segment: Intl Aggregate Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of LDSF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of LDSF is 0.82%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was LDSF launched?
LDSF was launched on January 3, 2019, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of LDSF?
LDSF is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of LDSF?
As of April 23, 2026, LDSF manages $160.42 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has LDSF performed recently?
As of April 23, 2026, LDSF delivered a return of 1.3% over the past month (1M performance), 1.03% over the past three months (3M), and 1.42% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for LDSF?
As of April 23, 2026, LDSF has seen net flows of -$5K in the past month (1M flow) and +$16M year-to-date (YTD).
Does LDSF pay dividends?
As of April 23, 2026, LDSF has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 5%.
How many holdings are in LDSF
As of March 31, 2026, LDSF holds 613 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is LDSF?
As of March 31, 2026, LDSF holds 613 securities, with 54.37% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of LDSF?
As of March 31, 2026, LDSF holds a portfolio of 613 underlyings, with its largest positions including US33739Q2003, US33738D3098 and US33739P2020. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does LDSF invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, LDSF has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
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