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First Trust WCM International Equity ETF
WCMI performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.94% | +3.35% | +13.07% | +23.83% | ||
| Flows | +$126M | +$422M | +$744M | +$1.16B | - | - |
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 | 39 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 7, 2024 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of May 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 39
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +19.09% | +17.86% | ||
Max drawdown | -4.94% | -11.94% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 8d | 76d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | 3d | 15d | N/A | N/A |
What type of ETF is WCMI?
WCMI is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by First Trust.
What does WCMI invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Developed markets ex-US Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of WCMI?
The total expense ratio (TER) of WCMI is 0.85%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was WCMI launched?
WCMI was launched on October 7, 2024, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of WCMI?
WCMI is issued by First Trust.
What is the AUM of WCMI?
As of July 16, 2026, WCMI manages $1.67 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has WCMI performed recently?
As of July 16, 2026, WCMI delivered a return of -2.94% over the past month (1M performance), 3.35% over the past three months (3M), and 13.07% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for WCMI?
As of July 16, 2026, WCMI has seen net flows of +$126M in the past month (1M flow) and +$744M year-to-date (YTD).
Does WCMI pay dividends?
As of July 16, 2026, WCMI has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.55%.
How many holdings are in WCMI
As of May 31, 2026, WCMI holds 39 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is WCMI?
As of May 31, 2026, WCMI holds 39 securities, with 50.85% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of WCMI?
As of May 31, 2026, WCMI holds a portfolio of 39 underlyings, with its largest positions including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Nebius Group NV and Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does WCMI invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, WCMI has its largest geographic exposures in United Kingdom, Japan and Germany.
What sectors or themes does WCMI focus on?
As of May 31, 2026, WCMI is primarily exposed to Technology, Industrials and Finance.
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