FIW vs. NBSM ETF Comparison

Comparison of First Trust ISE Water Index Fund (FIW) to Neuberger Berman Small-Mid Cap ETF (NBSM)
FIW

First Trust ISE Water Index Fund

FIW Description

The investment seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield (before the fund's fees and expenses) of an equity index called the ISE Water Index(TM). The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes in common stocks that comprise the index. The index is a modified market-capitalization weighted portfolio of 36 stocks of companies as of March 31, 2013 that derive a substantial portion of their revenues from the potable and wastewater industries. The fund is non-diversified.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$109.48

Average Daily Volume

36,079

Number of Holdings *

32

* 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

$27.75

Average Daily Volume

11,547

Number of Holdings *

46

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market
Performance
Period FIW NBSM
30 Days 2.02% 5.91%
60 Days 1.35% 5.08%
90 Days 2.23% 6.00%
12 Months 26.35%
3 Overlapping Holdings
Symbol Grade Weight in FIW Weight in NBSM Overlap
CNM D 2.76% 0.99% 0.99%
TTEK F 3.04% 2.46% 2.46%
VMI B 2.39% 3.11% 2.39%
FIW Overweight 29 Positions Relative to NBSM
Symbol Grade Weight
IEX B 4.41%
PNR A 4.19%
WAT B 4.12%
ROP B 3.98%
ECL D 3.9%
ACM A 3.83%
AWK D 3.83%
MLI C 3.74%
VLTO D 3.67%
XYL D 3.57%
A D 3.56%
WTRG B 3.5%
IDXX F 3.5%
BMI B 3.1%
WMS D 2.98%
AOS F 2.59%
ZWS B 2.42%
MWA B 2.28%
ITRI B 2.26%
WTS B 2.15%
AWR B 2.09%
FELE B 2.05%
CWT D 1.85%
MSEX B 1.31%
LNN B 1.26%
SBS B 1.25%
HWKN B 1.23%
SJW D 1.16%
MEG F 0.68%
FIW Underweight 43 Positions Relative to NBSM
Symbol Grade Weight
FICO B -4.27%
EXP A -3.88%
KEX C -3.67%
WSO A -3.19%
ITT A -3.11%
RYAN B -3.08%
ATR B -2.93%
RBC A -2.92%
HAE C -2.9%
TYL B -2.72%
CNX A -2.68%
CHE D -2.41%
RLI B -2.33%
CBU B -2.21%
MKSI C -2.17%
TTC D -2.12%
CR A -2.09%
GGG B -2.04%
LFUS F -1.99%
LECO B -1.99%
TXRH C -1.94%
ENTG D -1.88%
CFR B -1.86%
TECH D -1.81%
NXST C -1.77%
LSCC D -1.77%
POWI D -1.59%
TDW F -1.59%
PB A -1.59%
TSCO D -1.59%
BSY D -1.54%
SPSC C -1.51%
CHD B -1.51%
LNT A -1.49%
ROL B -1.46%
SSD D -1.37%
ICLR D -1.21%
MANH D -1.16%
IBP D -1.15%
BFAM D -1.14%
FND C -1.09%
AWI A -1.04%
CVLT B -0.51%
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