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FBT ETF · First Trust NYSE Arca Biotechnology UCITS ETF
The FBT Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by First Trust. It is built to track an index: NYSE Arca Biotechnology Index. The FBT ETF provides physical exposure, so by buying it you actually own parts of all the 30 underlying holdings. The dividend policy is capitalization.
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This fund is part ofUS Health Care1M perf.+13.74%
Last price
£2,354.30
+0.67%
1M perf.
+15.47%
1M flows
-€423K
AuM
€12M
TER
0.6%
Rating
FBT
£2,354.30
+0.67%
Performance & flows
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April 7, 2026 → July 3, 2026
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FBT
$31.29
+26.99%
US Health Care
+12.88%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +15.47%  | +26.99%  | +54.99% | +68.02% | +47.25% | +3.01% | +3.01% | +23.92% | |
| Flows |
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Main characteristics
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NAV
7/3/2026
$31.26
1D NAV change
-0.01%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Direct (Physical)
Replication model
Full replication
No. of holdings
30
Inception date
5/27/2020
Jurisdiction
Ireland
Distribution
United Kingdom
Finland
Netherlands
Norway
Portugal
Legal structure
Open-end Investment Company
Base currency
USD
Classification
Investment strategy
The Fund investment seeks results that correspond generally to the price and yield (before the Fund's fees and expenses) of an equity index called the NYSE Arca Biotechnology IndexSM (the "Index")
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +26.99% | +54.99% | +68.02% | +47.25% |
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| Perf./Volatility | ||||
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Exposure
Countries
USA
84.42%
Ireland
3.79%
Netherlands
3.13%
Germany
3.01%
Denmark
2.80%
Switzerland
2.79%
Sectors
Healthcare
99.94%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 30
Top 15 holdings
Data as of May 31, 2026
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Sustainability
Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
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Replication
Trackinsight replication rating:
1-year trailing difference
As of June 30, 2026
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FBT
N/A
Replication quality
Calculated over 12m, as of June 30, 2026
Tracking error
Tracking difference
1-year cumulative return difference
Best
Worst
Daily return difference
Average
Worst
Replication information
Index
Index ticker
Index dividend policy
Replication method
Replication model
Issuer
First Trust
First Trust ID Card
Number of funds
413
Total AuM
€247.42B
Expense ratio range
0.15% - 12.44%
Average expense ratio
0.7916%
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Frequently asked questions about FBT
What does First Trust NYSE Arca Biotechnology UCITS ETF, FBT, invest in?
FBT is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted US Biotechnology Equities.
Which benchmark or index does FBT replicate?
FBT tracks the NYSE Arca Biotechnology NTR Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of FBT?
FBT carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.6%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was FBT launched?
FBT was introduced to the market on May 27, 2020. It trades on United Kingdom, among other exchanges
Who is the ETF issuer of FBT?
First Trust NYSE Arca Biotechnology UCITS ETF, FBT, is provided by First Trust. Learn more about First Trust here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of FBT?
FBT oversees €12M in assets as of July 3, 2026.
How has FBT performed lately?
Based on data from July 3, 2026, FBT returned 15.47% over the past month, 26.99% over the last three months and 23.92% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for FBT?
As of July 3, 2026, FBT recorded net flows of -€408K over the last month and -€1.5M year-to-date.
Does FBT distribute dividends?
FBT follows a capitalizing, meaning it reinvests income within the fund.
What are the main country or region exposures of FBT?
As of May 31, 2026, FBT has significant geographic allocations in USA, Ireland and Netherlands.
In which sector or theme does FBT invest in?
As of May 31, 2026, FBT focuses largely on Healthcare.
How many securities does FBT hold and how diversified is it?
As of May 31, 2026, FBT holds 30 positions in its portfolio, with 57.44% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in FBT?
As of May 31, 2026, FBT top three holdings include Corcept Therapeutics, Inc., Bruker Corp. and Veracyte, Inc..
What is the base currency of FBT?
The base currency of FBT is USD.
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