ATLASFirst Trust Capital Strength ETF (FTCS): outlook, holdings and fees
First Trust Capital Strength ETF (FTCS) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by First Trust. The expense ratio is 0.55% and the yield is 1.27%. The ten largest holdings are 22% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on FTCS
| Last price | $103.29 (+1.0%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 56% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $101.43 – $106.25 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.8% |
| Distribution yield | 1.27% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
FTCS fund facts
| Issuer | First Trust |
|---|---|
| Theme | Other strategies |
| Assets under management | $7.5B |
| Expense ratio | 0.55% |
| Number of holdings | 50 |
| Portfolio turnover | 104% |
| Inception | Jul 6, 2006 |
| Exchange | NASDAQ |
The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in the securities that comprise the index. The index seeks to provide exposure to well-capitalized companies with strong market positions that have the potential to provide their stockholders with a greater degree of stability and performance over time.
FTCS top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ResMed Inc RMD | Healthcare | 2.27% |
| CME Group Inc CME | Financial Services | 2.21% |
| Merck & Company Inc MRK | Healthcare | 2.28% |
| Airbnb Inc ABNB | Consumer Cyclical | 2.24% |
| Amgen Inc AMGN | Healthcare | 2.22% |
| Gilead Sciences Inc GILD | Healthcare | 2.23% |
| Mastercard Inc MA | Financial Services | 2.19% |
| The Coca-Cola Company KO | Consumer Defensive | 2.15% |
| Garmin Ltd GRMN | Technology | 2.11% |
| Visa Inc. Class A V | Financial Services | 2.26% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
FTCS sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 28.5% |
| Industrials | 18.7% |
| Consumer Defensive | 16.0% |
| Healthcare | 14.6% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 8.1% |
| Technology | 7.9% |
| Energy | 4.3% |
| Basic Materials | 1.9% |
By region: North America 95.8%, Europe Developed 4.2%.
FTCS returns and risk
| Year to date | +4.6% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +4.0% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +10.1% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +6.2% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +10.6% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 11.4% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.47 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
FTCS: frequently asked questions
What does FTCS invest in?
First Trust Capital Strength ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are ResMed Inc (2.3%), CME Group Inc (2.2%), Merck & Company Inc (2.3%), Airbnb Inc (2.2%), Amgen Inc (2.2%).
What is the FTCS expense ratio?
0.55% a year: about $55.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the FTCS dividend yield?
1.27%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will FTCS go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 56%, with a likely range (50%) of $101.43 to $106.25 from $103.29 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has FTCS performed?
Year to date +4.6%, one year +4.0%, three years +10.1% a year, five years +6.2% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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