FTDS vs. NBSM ETF Comparison

Comparison of First Trust Dividend Strength ETF (FTDS) to Neuberger Berman Small-Mid Cap ETF (NBSM)

FTDS

First Trust Dividend Strength ETF

FTDS Description

The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in the common stocks and real estate investment companies (?REITs?) that comprise the index. The index is designed to provide exposure to well-capitalized companies with a history of increasing their dividends. The term ?well-capitalized? reflects companies that have strong balance sheets with durable cash flow and a record of profitability.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$54.72

Average Daily Volume

1,388

Number of Holdings ^*

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market

NBSM

Neuberger Berman Small-Mid Cap ETF

NBSM Description

NBSM focuses on capital growth primarily through investments in small- and mid-cap firms. The fund seeks out undervalued companies with strong market positions and financial health, mainly in domestic markets with a minor proportion in foreign securities. Utilizing a bottom-up analysis, the fund manager identifies organizations they believe are valued below their intrinsic worth. Key considerations include historical returns, market niche, barriers to entry, and self-financing capabilities, emphasizing companies with established business operations over speculative growth prospects. NBSM aims to capitalize on market inefficiencies and manage risks through diversification and fundamental analysis. Furthermore, the manager also takes into account ESG factors into their decision making whenever applicable, aiming for a more comprehensive evaluation of potential investments. The fund may sell a security if it underperforms, reaches a set price or when better investment opportunities arise.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$27.69

Average Daily Volume

11,663

Number of Holdings ^*

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market

Performance

Period	FTDS	NBSM
30 Days	2.96%	4.00%
60 Days	5.11%	4.33%
90 Days	5.28%	4.56%
12 Months	27.74%

2 Overlapping Holdings

	Symbol	Grade	Weight in FTDS	Weight in NBSM	Overlap
	CFR	B	2.22%	1.86%	1.86%
	RLI	A	2.13%	2.33%	2.13%

FTDS Overweight 46 Positions Relative to NBSM

Symbol	Grade	Weight
GRMN	B	2.48%
CBSH	B	2.34%
WH	B	2.29%
HOMB	A	2.27%
UNM	A	2.25%
EWBC	A	2.24%
CTRA	B	2.2%
SNA	A	2.17%
EOG	A	2.15%
DGX	A	2.15%
CINF	A	2.14%
COP	C	2.14%
CMI	A	2.14%
THG	A	2.1%
NOV	C	2.06%
CF	A	2.06%
HON	C	2.05%
ORI	A	2.05%
EQH	C	2.04%
ALL	A	2.03%
OSK	C	2.02%
BG	D	2.01%
PCAR	B	2.01%
TGT	F	1.99%
LW	C	1.97%
PSX	C	1.97%
APD	A	1.96%
QCOM	F	1.92%
DINO	D	1.92%
EG	C	1.92%
DVN	F	1.91%
RDN	D	1.91%
UNP	C	1.9%
EMN	C	1.89%
MTG	C	1.89%
NXPI	D	1.87%
BPOP	C	1.87%
ADM	D	1.85%
PPG	F	1.85%
DKS	D	1.82%
GD	D	1.82%
FMC	D	1.75%
GPC	D	1.72%
LMT	D	1.72%
IPG	D	1.7%
HII	F	1.48%

FTDS Underweight 44 Positions Relative to NBSM

Symbol	Grade	Weight
FICO	B	-4.27%
EXP	B	-3.88%
KEX	B	-3.67%
WSO	A	-3.19%
ITT	A	-3.11%
VMI	B	-3.11%
RYAN	A	-3.08%
ATR	B	-2.93%
RBC	A	-2.92%
HAE	C	-2.9%
TYL	B	-2.72%
CNX	A	-2.68%
TTEK	F	-2.46%
CHE	D	-2.41%
CBU	B	-2.21%
MKSI	C	-2.17%
TTC	C	-2.12%
CR	A	-2.09%
GGG	B	-2.04%
LFUS	D	-1.99%
LECO	C	-1.99%
TXRH	B	-1.94%
ENTG	D	-1.88%
TECH	F	-1.81%
NXST	C	-1.77%
LSCC	D	-1.77%
POWI	F	-1.59%
TDW	F	-1.59%
PB	B	-1.59%
TSCO	D	-1.59%
BSY	F	-1.54%
SPSC	D	-1.51%
CHD	A	-1.51%
LNT	A	-1.49%
ROL	B	-1.46%
SSD	F	-1.37%
ICLR	D	-1.21%
MANH	D	-1.16%
IBP	D	-1.15%
BFAM	D	-1.14%
FND	D	-1.09%
AWI	A	-1.04%
CNM	D	-0.99%
CVLT	B	-0.51%