First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETFFTXL
FTXL
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Funds holding %
of 7,290 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
11% less funds holding
Funds holding: 129 [Q3] → 115 (-14) [Q4]
16.27% less ownership
Funds ownership: 88.03% [Q3] → 71.76% (-16.27%) [Q4]
33% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 20 | Existing positions closed: 30
38% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 28 | Existing positions reduced: 45
50% less funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 4 [Q3] → 2 (-2) [Q4]
74% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $1.27B [Q3] → $335M (-$939M) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for FTXL.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 3 articles about FTXL published over the past 30 days
Neutral
MarketBeat
1 week ago
3 Dividend ETFs to Capitalize on the Slide in Chip Stocks
If you're seeking growth in 2025, technology stocks and the semiconductor sector remain key areas to watch. Semiconductors are the foundation of the ongoing artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, which is still in its early stages.
Negative
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
Are Critical Minerals Trump Card In U.S.-China Chip Showdown?
On Dec. 3, 2024, China's Ministry of Commerce implemented export bans on key semiconductor materials, including gallium and germanium, to the US. US-China tensions centered on semiconductors and critical minerals are apt to continue rising as each government deploys the levers at its disposal, including restrictions on the upstream supply of materials key to the chip sector.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
FTXL: DeepSeek Unlikely To Harm U.S. Semiconductor Stocks, But Valuations Might
First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF focuses on U.S. semiconductor companies, using quality factors like return on assets and cash flow for portfolio selection. Despite potential risks from valuation, FTXL's portfolio is poised to benefit from high AI and data center capex, driven by technological advancements. The recent DeepSeek advancements in LLMs may impact semiconductor demand but could also boost AI infrastructure needs, balancing the financial equation.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Is First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL) a Strong ETF Right Now?
The First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL) made its debut on 09/20/2016, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Technology ETFs category of the market.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL)?
Looking for broad exposure to the Technology - Semiconductors segment of the equity market? You should consider the First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 09/20/2016.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
Semiconductor ETFs Look Decent Post Q3 Earnings
Semiconductor ETFs have been on a remarkable rally in the past month post earnings.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
Is First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL) a Strong ETF Right Now?
Designed to provide broad exposure to the Technology ETFs category of the market, the First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 09/20/2016.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
3 months ago
Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL)?
Launched on 09/20/2016, the First Trust NASDAQ Semiconductor ETF (FTXL) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Technology - Semiconductors segment of the equity market.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
4 months ago
What's in Store for Semiconductor ETFs in Q3 Earnings?
Some well-known players in the semiconductor space will report earnings in the coming weeks. Let's delve into how semiconductor ETFs are poised.
Neutral
ETF Trends
4 months ago
Semiconductor ETFs: Not-So-Shocking Growth
Nvidia (NVDA) has been one of the most interesting stocks of the year. The company isn't new to disruptive technology and has been known for its innovations in computer graphics and gaming years before it became a household name.
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