ATLASFirst Trust Growth Strength ETF (FTGS): outlook, holdings and fees
First Trust Growth Strength ETF (FTGS) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by First Trust. The expense ratio is 0.62% and the yield is 0.04%. The ten largest holdings are 25% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on FTGS
| Last price | $37.47 (-2.3%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 55% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $36.69 – $38.64 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.9% |
| Distribution yield | 0.04% |
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.
FTGS fund facts
| Issuer | First Trust |
|---|---|
| Theme | US growth |
| Assets under management | $1.3B |
| Expense ratio | 0.62% |
| Number of holdings | 50 |
| Portfolio turnover | 68% |
| Inception | Oct 25, 2022 |
| Exchange | NASDAQ |
Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks and real estate investment trusts ("REITs") that comprise the index. The index seeks to provide exposure to a mix of domestic equities with filters for liquidity, return on equity, long-term debt, revenue and cash flow growth.
FTGS top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Palantir Technologies Inc. PLTR | Technology | 2.98% |
| Marvell Technology Group Ltd MRVL | Technology | 2.82% |
| Microsoft Corporation MSFT | Technology | 2.50% |
| Newmont Goldcorp Corp NEM | Basic Materials | 2.66% |
| Arista Networks ANET | Technology | 2.58% |
| Intuitive Surgical Inc ISRG | Healthcare | 2.41% |
| Fortinet Inc FTNT | Technology | 2.32% |
| ResMed Inc RMD | Healthcare | 2.18% |
| Amphenol Corporation APH | Technology | 2.28% |
| CME Group Inc CME | Financial Services | 2.17% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
FTGS sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technology | 37.6% |
| Healthcare | 15.2% |
| Financial Services | 12.9% |
| Industrials | 11.2% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 7.2% |
| Consumer Defensive | 5.7% |
| Communication Services | 5.6% |
| Basic Materials | 2.7% |
| Energy | 2.0% |
By region: North America 95.9%, Europe Developed 4.1%.
FTGS returns and risk
| Year to date | +9.7% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +9.4% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +17.9% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 13.7% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.93 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
FTGS: frequently asked questions
What does FTGS invest in?
First Trust Growth Strength ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Palantir Technologies Inc. (3.0%), Marvell Technology Group Ltd (2.8%), Microsoft Corporation (2.5%), Newmont Goldcorp Corp (2.7%), Arista Networks (2.6%).
What is the FTGS expense ratio?
0.62% a year: about $62.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the FTGS dividend yield?
0.04%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will FTGS go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 55%, with a likely range (50%) of $36.69 to $38.64 from $37.47 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has FTGS performed?
Year to date +9.7%, one year +9.4%, three years +17.9% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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