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First Trust NASDAQ-100-Technology Sector Index Fund ETF
QTEC performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 22, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -9.69% | -2.27% | +30.05% | +28.21% | +110.19% | +78.75% |
| Flows | -$54M | -$150M | +$739M | +$720M | -$526M | -$861M |
Characteristics
The First Trust NASDAQ-100-Technology Sector Index Fund ETF is built to track the NASDAQ-100 Technology Sector 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 | 46 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 19, 2006 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 46
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +28.66% | +29.79% | +28.18% | +31.14% |
Max drawdown | -12.05% | -16.06% | -29.25% | -45.66% |
Max drawdown duration | 16d | 78d | 127d | 788d |
Time to recover | N/A | 18d | 79d | 462d |
Replication quality
Data as of September 30, 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 |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is QTEC?
QTEC is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does QTEC track?
QTEC tracks the NASDAQ-100 Technology Sector Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does QTEC invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted Large Cap US Information Technology Equities. It is part of the segment: US Info. Technology.
What is the expense ratio of QTEC?
The total expense ratio (TER) of QTEC is 0.55%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was QTEC launched?
QTEC was launched on April 19, 2006, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of QTEC?
QTEC is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of QTEC?
As of October 22, 2026, QTEC manages $4.40 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has QTEC performed recently?
As of October 22, 2026, QTEC delivered a return of -9.69% over the past month (1M performance), -2.27% over the past three months (3M), and 30.05% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for QTEC?
As of October 22, 2026, QTEC has seen net flows of -$54M in the past month (1M flow) and +$739M year-to-date (YTD).
Does QTEC pay dividends?
As of October 22, 2026, QTEC has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.01%.
How many holdings are in QTEC
As of August 31, 2026, QTEC holds 46 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is QTEC?
As of August 31, 2026, QTEC holds 46 securities, with 39.73% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of QTEC?
As of August 31, 2026, QTEC holds a portfolio of 46 underlyings, with its largest positions including DoorDash, Inc., Workday, Inc. and Palo Alto Networks, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does QTEC invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, QTEC has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does QTEC focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, QTEC is primarily exposed to Technology.
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