First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF (AFSM) Research

The First Trust Active Factor Small Cap ETF aims to achieve long-term capital growth for its investors. Under typical market conditions, a minimum of 80% of its total assets (including any borrowed capital) will be invested in shares of U.S.-listed small-capitalization companies. This fund is actively managed, primarily employing a systematic, multi-factor quantitative approach, alongside proactive risk management, to build a portfolio that reflects exposure to one or more specific investment characteristics. The current methodology may consider factors such as value, momentum, quality, and low volatility.

Market snapshot

Symbol
AFSM
Price
$39.44
Day change
+1.83%
Market cap
$56.3M
52-week range
28.95-39.97
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Asset Management

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