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First Trust S&P REIT Index Fund (FRI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: FRI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 2.81% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.14 | 52 Weeks Range 22.99 - 29.60 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.99 - 29.60 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
First Trust S&P REIT Index Fund
ETF Overview
Overview
The First Trust S&P REIT Index Fund (FRI) seeks investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield of the S&P United States REIT Index. It primarily invests in publicly traded REITs and focuses on the real estate sector, providing exposure to various property types.
Reputation and Reliability
First Trust is a well-established ETF provider known for offering a range of innovative and factor-based investment solutions.
Management Expertise
First Trust has a dedicated management team with experience in index tracking and REIT investments.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investment results that correspond generally to the price and yield of the S&P United States REIT Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The fund aims to track the S&P United States REIT Index, a market-cap-weighted index measuring the performance of publicly traded REITs.
Composition The ETF holds a portfolio of REITs, primarily focusing on equity REITs. Holdings are diversified across various property sectors, including retail, residential, industrial, and healthcare.
Market Position
Market Share: FRI's market share is moderate within the REIT ETF segment.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 467000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLRE)
- Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ)
- iShares Core U.S. REIT ETF (USRT)
Competitive Landscape
The REIT ETF market is highly competitive, dominated by large players like VNQ and XLRE. FRI offers a more focused exposure within the REIT sector, potentially appealing to investors seeking a specific strategy. FRI's expense ratio is a disadvantage compared to some competitors.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies with market conditions and REIT performance. Reviewing annual returns over 1, 3, 5, and 10-year periods provides insights.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance should be closely compared to the S&P United States REIT Index to evaluate tracking efficiency.
Expense Ratio: 0.5
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average daily trading volume indicates reasonable liquidity for most investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread reflects the cost of trading; a narrower spread suggests higher liquidity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth, interest rate movements, and real estate market trends significantly impact FRI's performance. Strong economic growth typically benefits REITs.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on REIT sector performance and investor demand for specialized REIT exposure. No strategy or holding changes noted.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
FRI's competitive edge lies in its focused strategy tracking the S&P United States REIT Index, providing targeted REIT exposure. While it doesn't have a distinct moat, its focus appeals to investors wanting specific exposure. The expense ratio does detract from the potential value, though. First Trust's brand recognition is also a contributing factor. However, the market share is small compared to major competitors.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
REITs are subject to market volatility and interest rate risk. FRI's volatility reflects the underlying REIT market.
Market Risk
Specific risks include interest rate risk, property market fluctuations, and regulatory changes impacting REITs.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
FRI is suitable for investors seeking targeted exposure to the U.S. REIT market. Those who want a REIT-only investment within their portfolio.
Market Risk
It's suitable for long-term investors seeking income and diversification through REITs, though active traders may also find it useful.
Summary
The First Trust S&P REIT Index Fund offers exposure to the U.S. REIT market, tracking the S&P United States REIT Index. While providing focused exposure, it faces stiff competition from larger, lower-cost alternatives. Its performance is influenced by economic conditions and the real estate market, making it suitable for long-term investors with a specific interest in REITs. It offers decent liquidity, but the expense ratio can be a concern for cost-sensitive investors.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- First Trust Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About First Trust S&P REIT Index Fund
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The fund will normally invest at least 90% of its net assets (including investment borrowings) in the securities that comprise the index. The index seeks to measure the performance of publicly-traded REITs domiciled in the United States that meet certain eligibility requirements.
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