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FTGS ETF · First Trust Growth Strength ETF
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +6.22%  | -0.60% | +22.03% | +66.19% | N/A | +6.72% | +6.72% | +2.89%  | |
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Key fund info
Essentials
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | -0.60% | +22.03% | +66.19% | N/A |
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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 FTGS 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.
FTGS’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either C+, C, C-, or D.
Replication
Issuer
Frequently asked questions about FTGS
What does First Trust Growth Strength ETF, FTGS, invest in?
FTGS is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted Large Cap US Equities.
Which benchmark or index does FTGS replicate?
FTGS tracks the The Growth Strength Total Return Index GTR- USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of FTGS?
FTGS carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.6%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was FTGS launched?
FTGS was introduced to the market on October 26, 2022. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of FTGS?
First Trust Growth Strength ETF, FTGS, is provided by First Trust. Learn more about First Trust here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of FTGS?
FTGS oversees €1.05B in assets as of April 24, 2026.
How has FTGS performed lately?
Based on data from April 24, 2026, FTGS returned 6.22% over the past month, -0.60% over the last three months and 2.89% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for FTGS?
As of April 24, 2026, FTGS recorded net flows of -€10M over the last month and -€53M year-to-date.
Does FTGS distribute dividends?
FTGS follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 24, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 0.09%.
What are the main country or region exposures of FTGS?
As of March 31, 2026, FTGS has significant geographic allocations in USA, Switzerland and Ireland.
In which sector or theme does FTGS invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, FTGS focuses largely on Information Technology, Consumer Discretionary and Health Care.
How many securities does FTGS hold and how diversified is it?
As of March 31, 2026, FTGS holds 50 positions in its portfolio, with 34.57% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in FTGS?
As of March 31, 2026, FTGS top three holdings include UTD THERAPEUT, BAKER HUGHES and ROSS STORES.
What is the base currency of FTGS?
The base currency of FTGS is USD.
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