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SDVD performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 14, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.33% | +1.36% | +13.64% | +14.34% | +53.00% | |
| Flows | +$7M | +$38M | +$143M | +$238M | +$846M | - |
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 | Options Strategies |
| Provider | First Trust |
| N° of holdings | 173 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | August 9, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 173
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +10.59% | +13.48% | +17.94% | |
Max drawdown | -5.97% | -8.60% | -24.78% | |
Max drawdown duration | 41d | 49d | 403d | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | 28d | 270d | N/A |
What type of ETF is SDVD?
SDVD is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does SDVD invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Mid and Small-Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of SDVD?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SDVD is 0.85%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SDVD launched?
SDVD was launched on August 9, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SDVD?
SDVD is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of SDVD?
As of September 14, 2026, SDVD manages $895.47 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SDVD performed recently?
As of September 14, 2026, SDVD delivered a return of -5.33% over the past month (1M performance), 1.36% over the past three months (3M), and 13.64% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SDVD?
As of September 14, 2026, SDVD has seen net flows of +$7M in the past month (1M flow) and +$143M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SDVD pay dividends?
As of September 14, 2026, SDVD has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 9.71%.
How many holdings are in SDVD
As of July 31, 2026, SDVD holds 173 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is SDVD?
As of July 31, 2026, SDVD holds 173 securities, with 15.19% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of SDVD?
As of July 31, 2026, SDVD holds a portfolio of 173 underlyings, with its largest positions including National HealthCare Corp., First BanCorp (Puerto Rico) and Comfort Systems USA, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does SDVD invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, SDVD has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does SDVD focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, SDVD is primarily exposed to Finance, Industrials and Technology.
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