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QCLN ETF · First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy Index Fund ETF
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +20.68%  | +10.04%  | +114.90% | +19.09%  | -13.07% | +20.81% | +20.81% | +26.01% | |
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +10.04% | +114.90% | +19.09% | -13.07% |
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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 QCLN 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.
QCLN’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either A+, A, or A-.
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Issuer
Frequently asked questions about QCLN
What does First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy Index Fund ETF, QCLN, invest in?
QCLN is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Equities.
Which benchmark or index does QCLN replicate?
QCLN tracks the NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy Total Return Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of QCLN?
QCLN carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.56%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was QCLN launched?
QCLN was introduced to the market on February 8, 2007. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of QCLN?
First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy Index Fund ETF, QCLN, is provided by First Trust. Learn more about First Trust here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of QCLN?
QCLN oversees €560M in assets as of April 22, 2026.
How has QCLN performed lately?
Based on data from April 22, 2026, QCLN returned 20.68% over the past month, 10.04% over the last three months and 26.01% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for QCLN?
As of April 22, 2026, QCLN recorded net flows of -€5.6M over the last month and -€14M year-to-date.
Does QCLN distribute dividends?
QCLN follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 22, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 0.17%.
What are the main country or region exposures of QCLN?
As of March 31, 2026, QCLN has significant geographic allocations in USA and Bermuda.
In which sector or theme does QCLN invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, QCLN focuses largely on Information Technology, Industrials and Consumer Discretionary.
How many securities does QCLN hold and how diversified is it?
As of March 31, 2026, QCLN holds 51 positions in its portfolio, with 72.80% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in QCLN?
As of March 31, 2026, QCLN top three holdings include MONOLITHIC POWER SYSTEMS, TESLA and ON SEMICONDUCTOR.
What is the base currency of QCLN?
The base currency of QCLN is USD.
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