First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund

GRID

Market cap $3.57B

Overview Fund Activity

148.74 USD

-0.57

0.38%

At close Updated Sep 16, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

-0.38%

5 days

1.19%

1 month

3.37%

3 months

9.83%

6 months

25.18%

Year to date

24.83%

1 year

21.32%

5 years

135.98%

10 years

364.52%

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Funds holding %

of 7,463 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

71% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 48 | Existing positions closed: 28

60% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 5 [Q1] → 8 (+3) [Q2]

50% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 129 | Existing positions reduced: 86

26% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $1.21B [Q1] → $1.53B (+$315M) [Q2]

6% more funds holding

Funds holding: 291 [Q1] → 309 (+18) [Q2]

1.0% less ownership

Funds ownership: 60.31% [Q1] → 59.31% (-1.0%) [Q2]

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Financial journalist opinion

Income Investors: Don't Stretch For Equity Yield

For investors looking for income through a multi-asset class approach, it might seem sensible to max out the dividend yield within the equity allocation. Yield-focused equity strategies may introduce regional and sector concentrations that can influence returns. Given the relatively attractive yields available in other asset classes, we think it makes more sense to design 'core-like' equity exposure within multi-asset income solutions.

Income Investors: Don't Stretch For Equity Yield

Smart Money Piles Into GRID ETF on Trillion-Dollar Power Upgrade

While market headlines often fixate on the dramatic swings of tech sector giants, a different kind of investment vehicle has been quietly attracting a surge of strategic interest. The First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund NASDAQ: GRID, a specialized fund focused on a seemingly routine sector, is exhibiting market behavior typically reserved for high-growth stocks.

Smart Money Piles Into GRID ETF on Trillion-Dollar Power Upgrade

GRID: Smart Grids Are The Next Big Investment Wave

I rate GRID a strong buy due to its direct focus on smart grid solutions, which are central to the modernization of global energy infrastructure. GRID offers diversified exposure to leading companies in automation and energy management, benefiting from massive government-backed modernization programs worldwide. The smart grid industry is projected to grow at a 16.9% CAGR, far outpacing broader infrastructure, supporting GRID's superior long-term performance potential.

GRID: Smart Grids Are The Next Big Investment Wave

Tesla Battery Pivot Sparks ETF Rotation: America In, China Out?

Tesla Inc.'s TSLA new $4.3 billion battery agreement with South Korea's LG Energy Solution is a sweeping gesture toward reshoring battery making.

Tesla Battery Pivot Sparks ETF Rotation: America In, China Out?

Zacks Investment Research

Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID)?

Launched on 11/16/2009, the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Utilities - Infrastructure segment of the equity market.

Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID)?

Zacks Investment Research

5 Top-Ranked ETFs of 1H25 Poised to Stay Strong in 2H

Top ETFs like ITA, SOCL, GRID, XLC and XLI soared in 1H25 and are displaying signals for a strong 2H rally.

5 Top-Ranked ETFs of 1H25 Poised to Stay Strong in 2H

GRID: A Battle-Tested AI Play Hits New All-Time Highs

I reiterate my buy rating on GRID, citing strong performance, sector positioning, and European exposure, as key drivers for further gains in 2025. GRID's portfolio is diversified across large, mid, and small caps, with a focus on Industrials and Utilities, and benefits from international infrastructure trends. Technical momentum is robust, with shares rebounding to all-time highs; the 200-day moving average signals bullish control, despite near-term overbought conditions.

GRID: A Battle-Tested AI Play Hits New All-Time Highs

Zacks Investment Research

Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID)?

The First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID) was launched on 11/16/2009, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Utilities - Infrastructure segment of the equity market.

Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID)?

Zacks Investment Research

Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID)?

Looking for broad exposure to the Utilities - Infrastructure segment of the equity market? You should consider the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on 11/16/2009.

Should You Invest in the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure ETF (GRID)?

GRID: Despite Tariff Chaos, Electrification Theme Firmly In Place

The GRID ETF offers diversified exposure to global electrification, AI data centers, and EV themes, but faces risks from Trump tariffs and a potential economic downturn. Despite market volatility, the fund's top holdings in electrical component manufacturers like ABB, Johnson Controls, and Schneider Electric show strong growth prospects. The ETF's valuation metrics are trading at a discount to the S&P500, but GRID's relatively high expense ratio is a valid concern.

GRID: Despite Tariff Chaos, Electrification Theme Firmly In Place

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