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First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF
ROBT performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.26% | +3.21% | +2.18% | +4.16% | +15.24% | +0.45% |
| Flows | +$6M | -$3M | +$8M | +$138M | +$203M | +$416M |
Characteristics
The First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF is built to track the Nasdaq CTA Artificial Intelligence and Robotics GTR 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 | 111 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 21, 2018 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 111
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +25.00% | +23.75% | +23.54% | +25.38% |
Max drawdown | -12.16% | -21.30% | -27.48% | -43.11% |
Max drawdown duration | 52d | 210d | 134d | 1665d |
Time to recover | N/A | 57d | 86d | 1322d |
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 | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is ROBT?
ROBT is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What index does ROBT track?
ROBT tracks the Nasdaq CTA Artificial Intelligence and Robotics GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does ROBT invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Equities. It is part of the segment: Robotics & Automation.
What is the expense ratio of ROBT?
The total expense ratio (TER) of ROBT is 0.65%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was ROBT launched?
ROBT was launched on February 21, 2018, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of ROBT?
ROBT is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of ROBT?
As of July 24, 2026, ROBT manages $693.42 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has ROBT performed recently?
As of July 24, 2026, ROBT delivered a return of -1.26% over the past month (1M performance), 3.21% over the past three months (3M), and 2.18% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for ROBT?
As of July 24, 2026, ROBT has seen net flows of +$6M in the past month (1M flow) and +$8M year-to-date (YTD).
Does ROBT pay dividends?
As of July 24, 2026, ROBT has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.02%.
How many holdings are in ROBT
As of June 30, 2026, ROBT holds 111 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is ROBT?
As of June 30, 2026, ROBT holds 111 securities, with 23.78% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of ROBT?
As of June 30, 2026, ROBT holds a portfolio of 111 underlyings, with its largest positions including Palo Alto Networks, Inc., Tempus AI, Inc. and CCC Intelligent Solutions Holdings, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does ROBT invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, ROBT has its largest geographic exposures in USA and Japan.
What sectors or themes does ROBT focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, ROBT is primarily exposed to Technology, Industrials and Healthcare.
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