First Trust Developed Markets ex-US Small Cap AlphaDEX Fund
The First Trust Developed Markets ex-US Small Cap AlphaDEX Fund (ticker: FDTS) is an innovative exchange-traded fund (ETF) tailored for investors seeking targeted exposure to international small-cap equities, excluding the United States. This ETF stands out in the Size and Style category, emphasizing small-cap companies that are often overlooked by traditional large-cap focused funds. FDTS leverages the unique AlphaDEX methodology, which is designed to identify stocks that exhibit strong growth potential based on a variety of fundamental factors, including price appreciation, sales to price ratio, and one-year sales growth.
By concentrating on developed markets outside the U.S., this fund offers a diversified portfolio that taps into the dynamic growth opportunities within smaller companies across Europe, Asia, and other regions. This niche focus on small-cap stocks allows investors to capitalize on the agility and innovation characteristic of these companies, which can often lead to superior long-term growth compared to their larger counterparts. With FDTS, investors gain access to a broad-based selection of high-potential small-cap stocks, providing a compelling opportunity for those looking to diversify their portfolios and enhance their growth potential in the global arena.
First Trust Developed Markets ex-US Small Cap AlphaDEX Fund (FDTS) Fund Flow Chart
First Trust Developed Markets ex-US Small Cap AlphaDEX Fund (FDTS) 1 year Net Flows: -$2M