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QCLN ETF · First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Green Energy ETF
The QCLN Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by First Trust. It is built to track an index: NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy Index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
Last update 4/24/2026, 1:30 PM UTC
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This fund is part ofWorld Blended Cap1M perf.+9.10%
Last price
$25.54
1M perf.
+22.36%
1M flows
+€284K
AuM
€4M
E/R
0.73%
Rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
QCLN
$25.54
Performance & flows
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QCLN
$25.51
+12.98%
World Blended Cap
+3.59%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +22.36%  | +12.98% | +113.84% | +22.47%  | -6.56% | +20.94% | +20.94% | +27.70% | |
| Flows |
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Main characteristics
Issuer
CUSIP
33741N104
ISIN
CA33741N1042
AuM
€4M
E/R
0.73%
Replication rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
More details
NAV
4/23/2026
$25.51
1D NAV change
+1.83%
Dividend policy
Replication method
Other
Replication model
ETF based
No. of holdings
51
Inception date
10/30/2014
Jurisdiction
Canada
Distribution
Canada
Legal structure
Unit Investment Trust
Base currency
CAD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Investment strategy
First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Green Energy ETF (the "First Trust ETF") seeks to replicate, to the extent possible, the performance of an index of U.S. listed companies designed to track the performance of clean energy companies engaged in manufacturing, development, distribution and installation of clean-energy technologies including, but not limited to, solar photovoltaics, wind power, advanced batteries, fuel cells, and electric vehicles, initially the NASDAQ® Clean Edge® Green Energy IndexSM.
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 | +12.98% | +113.84% | +22.48% | -6.56% |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Exposure
To find out more about QCLN's exposure, please refer to the as provided by First Trust.
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Sustainability
Integrates ESG criteria
Yes
SDG
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Issuer
First Trust
First Trust ID Card
Number of funds
410
Total AuM
€222.17B
Expense ratio range
0.15% - 13.69%
Average expense ratio
0.8035%
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Frequently asked questions about QCLN
What does First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Green Energy 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 Net Total Return Index - USD, through a replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of QCLN?
QCLN carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.73%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was QCLN launched?
QCLN was introduced to the market on October 30, 2014. It trades on Canada
Who is the ETF issuer of QCLN?
First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Green Energy 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 €4M in assets as of April 23, 2026.
How has QCLN performed lately?
Based on data from April 23, 2026, QCLN returned 22.36% over the past month, 12.98% over the last three months and 27.70% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for QCLN?
As of April 23, 2026, QCLN recorded net flows of +€285K over the last month and +€14K year-to-date.
Does QCLN distribute dividends?
QCLN follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 23, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 0.08%.
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 CAD.
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