First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund (FXL)
FXL is a passive ETF by First Trust tracking the investment results of the StrataQuant Technology Index. FXL launched on May 8, 2007 and has a 0.61% expense ratio.
ETF Info
| ISIN | US33734X1761 |
|---|---|
| CUSIP | 00033734X176 |
| Issuer | First Trust |
| Inception Date | May 8, 2007 |
| Region | North America (U.S.) |
| Category | Technology Equities |
| Leveraged | 1x |
| Index Tracked | StrataQuant Technology Index |
| Home Page | www.ftportfolios.com |
| Asset Class | Equity |
Asset Class Size | Multi-Cap |
Asset Class Style | Growth |
Expense Ratio
FXL features an expense ratio of 0.61%, falling within the medium range.
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Performance
Performance Chart
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Returns By Period
First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund had a return of 18.98% year-to-date (YTD) and 35.11% in the last 12 months. Over the past 10 years, First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund had an annualized return of 16.88%, outperforming the S&P 500 benchmark which had an annualized return of 11.43%.
| Period | Return | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Year-To-Date | 18.98% | 25.82% |
| 1 month | 6.85% | 3.20% |
| 6 months | 15.22% | 14.94% |
| 1 year | 35.11% | 35.92% |
| 5 years (annualized) | 17.43% | 14.22% |
| 10 years (annualized) | 16.88% | 11.43% |
Monthly Returns
The table below presents the monthly returns of FXL, with color gradation from worst to best to easily spot seasonal factors. Returns are adjusted for dividends.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1.85% | 4.32% | -0.84% | -5.80% | 2.85% | 4.32% | -0.74% | 0.67% | 1.84% | 0.62% | 18.98% | ||
| 2023 | 10.87% | 0.29% | 3.42% | -6.42% | 9.24% | 7.01% | 4.39% | -2.90% | -4.66% | -4.86% | 12.60% | 7.88% | 40.50% |
| 2022 | -11.06% | -2.19% | 1.23% | -10.28% | -0.00% | -9.64% | 10.85% | -6.24% | -11.30% | 6.32% | 5.71% | -5.97% | -30.44% |
| 2021 | -0.30% | 4.03% | -2.02% | 4.11% | 0.34% | 4.59% | 1.07% | 2.22% | -4.18% | 7.94% | -1.33% | 0.98% | 18.20% |
| 2020 | 1.12% | -7.18% | -12.74% | 16.36% | 13.25% | 6.55% | 7.09% | 4.61% | -2.68% | -1.03% | 16.20% | 6.94% | 54.20% |
| 2019 | 12.39% | 7.82% | 0.57% | 6.98% | -9.84% | 7.98% | 4.13% | -3.74% | -2.23% | 1.92% | 6.40% | 2.79% | 38.66% |
| 2018 | 8.24% | 0.29% | -1.20% | -1.62% | 5.39% | -1.33% | 0.52% | 11.81% | 0.47% | -12.72% | 2.38% | -7.23% | 2.72% |
| 2017 | 3.83% | 4.42% | 2.39% | 1.50% | 4.97% | -2.72% | 3.65% | 3.50% | 2.81% | 6.71% | 1.37% | -1.05% | 35.82% |
| 2016 | -9.03% | 0.89% | 8.34% | -3.82% | 5.65% | -1.33% | 5.58% | 3.22% | 2.63% | -1.85% | 4.80% | 0.61% | 15.39% |
| 2015 | -3.39% | 9.09% | -1.68% | -0.20% | 4.15% | -4.90% | -0.96% | -7.05% | -2.60% | 6.98% | 0.80% | -2.39% | -3.33% |
| 2014 | 0.17% | 5.89% | -1.48% | -3.79% | 3.57% | 4.83% | -2.40% | 5.50% | -3.07% | 1.17% | 5.58% | -0.01% | 16.36% |
| 2013 | 5.62% | 1.00% | 3.59% | 0.13% | 3.63% | -1.59% | 6.56% | -1.08% | 5.79% | 1.58% | 2.28% | 5.71% | 38.20% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Adjusted Performance Rank
The current rank of FXL is 54, suggesting that the investment has average results relative to other ETFs in terms of risk-adjusted performance. This ranking is determined by the cumulative values of the indicators listed below.
Risk-Adjusted Performance Indicators
The charts below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund (FXL) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (^GSPC). These indicators evaluate an investment's returns against its associated risks.
Dividends
Dividend History
First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund provided a 0.33% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.51 per share. The fund has been increasing its distributions for 3 consecutive years.
| Period | TTM | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $0.51 | $0.52 | $0.31 | $0.14 | $0.05 | $0.27 | $0.17 | $0.14 | $0.43 | $0.12 | $0.22 | $0.10 |
Dividend yield | 0.33% | 0.41% | 0.34% | 0.11% | 0.04% | 0.37% | 0.32% | 0.27% | 1.13% | 0.36% | 0.63% | 0.32% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.08 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.03 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.37 | $0.52 |
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.08 | $0.31 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.14 |
| 2020 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.03 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 |
| 2019 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.13 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.03 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.05 | $0.27 |
| 2018 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.13 | $0.17 |
| 2017 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.03 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.14 |
| 2016 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.09 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.14 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.13 | $0.43 |
| 2015 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.08 | $0.12 |
| 2014 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.12 | $0.22 |
| 2013 | $0.01 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.01 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.02 | $0.10 |
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund was 61.41%, occurring on Nov 20, 2008. Recovery took 516 trading sessions.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -61.41% | Oct 11, 2007 | 269 | Nov 20, 2008 | 516 | Dec 10, 2010 | 785 |
| -38.49% | Nov 10, 2021 | 234 | Oct 14, 2022 | 331 | Feb 9, 2024 | 565 |
| -33.96% | Feb 20, 2020 | 18 | Mar 16, 2020 | 52 | May 29, 2020 | 70 |
| -31.96% | Feb 18, 2011 | 157 | Oct 3, 2011 | 444 | Jul 11, 2013 | 601 |
| -25.96% | Jun 4, 2015 | 175 | Feb 11, 2016 | 193 | Nov 15, 2016 | 368 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The current First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund volatility is 5.91%, representing the average percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.