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AFSM
+1.25 · +3.78%
$34.24 · NYSE ARCA

First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF (AFSM) ETF Analysis | Small Blend

First Trust · USA
AUM:$90.4M
#– of – in Small Blend ETFs

Educational tool only – Figures are based on historical data, holdings and expense metrics for informational purposes. This is not financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Always conduct your own research or consult a qualified financial adviser.

Market Performance

Up 30.9% over the past year, reflecting strong price momentum.

Cost Efficiency

Ongoing charge of 0.75% — moderate cost. Consider how fees compound over long holding periods.

What is AFSM?

Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in U. -listed equity securities issued by small capitalization companies.

Performance Highlights

Returns (%)
Top Sectors (%)

Investment Breakdown

Strong Recent Performance
AFSM delivered 30.9% over the past year. Historical returns only — past performance is not indicative of future results.
Moderate Cost
Expense ratio of 0.75%. Consider how fees compound over a long holding period.
Broadly Diversified
Top 10 holdings represent just 11.1% of the ETF — exposure spread across many positions.
ETF Information
AUM$90.4M
Expense Ratio0.75%
Dividend Yield0.55%
Holdings48
Inception DateDec 2019
Domicile–
Distribution–
Index–
ProviderFirst Trust
Beta1.14
CategorySmall Blend
CurrencyUSD
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Performance Metrics

Historical returns

6M
+16.7%
1Y
+24.6%
3Y
+64.6%
5Y
+56.7%
OpenBook InsightIf you had invested £10,000 in AFSM 5 years ago, it would have grown to £15,666 — a gain of £5,666.

Annual Returns

Calendar year performance

AFSM delivered positive returns in 4 of the last 5 calendar years.
YearAFSM
2026 YTD+22.4%
2025+10.0%
2024+10.9%
2023+22.9%
2022-17.9%
CAGR 4yr+5.3%
4/5 positive yearsAvg return: +9.7%Worst year: -17.9% (2022)

Technical Analysis Summary

Automated insights from historical price action and indicators

Technical Regime: MIXED
Trend Strength
33%
Negative
Volatility
15.1%
Low
Momentum
+1.7%
30-day change
Support Level
40.31
Key floor
Key Insights
  • Price is consolidating, with low momentum over the recent period.
  • Monitor key support and resistance levels as part of broader risk assessment.
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