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FXU ETF · First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX ETF
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -6.35%  | +1.64% | +16.77%  | +56.22% | +70.91% | -4.38% | -4.08% | +6.20%  | |
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +1.64% | +16.77% | +56.22% | +70.91% |
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Exposure
Sustainability
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Our partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about FXU ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
FXU’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either C+, C, C-, or D.
Replication
Issuer
Frequently asked questions about FXU
What does First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX ETF, FXU, invest in?
FXU is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted Large Cap US Utilities Equities.
Which benchmark or index does FXU replicate?
FXU tracks the StrataQuant Utilities Total Return Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of FXU?
FXU carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.61%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was FXU launched?
FXU was introduced to the market on May 8, 2007. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of FXU?
First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX ETF, FXU, is provided by First Trust. Learn more about First Trust here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of FXU?
FXU oversees €722M in assets as of May 8, 2026.
How has FXU performed lately?
Based on data from May 8, 2026, FXU returned -6.35% over the past month, 1.64% over the last three months and 6.20% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for FXU?
As of May 8, 2026, FXU recorded net flows of +€2.6M over the last month and -€863M year-to-date.
Does FXU distribute dividends?
FXU follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of May 8, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 2.20%.
What are the main country or region exposures of FXU?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU has significant geographic allocations in USA.
In which sector or theme does FXU invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU focuses largely on Utilities and Industrials.
How many securities does FXU hold and how diversified is it?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU holds 40 positions in its portfolio, with 57.19% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in FXU?
As of March 31, 2026, FXU top three holdings include EDISON INTERNATIONAL, NFG and CONSOLIDATED EDISON.
What is the base currency of FXU?
The base currency of FXU is USD.
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