First Trust Dorsey Wright International Focus 5 ETF Price & Performance (IFV)

The First Trust Dorsey Wright Focus 5 ETF (FV) attracted $701.9 million in new assets, marking a 16.2% surge as investors sought momentum-driven strategies during recent market turbulence. FV’s asset base now stands at $4.3 billion, reflecting growing demand for tactical ETF approaches amid inflation and tariff concerns.123

Short interest in the First Trust Dorsey Wright Focus 5 ETF (FV) plummeted 61.9% in April, falling to 19,200 shares. This sharp decline suggests traders are increasingly optimistic about FV’s prospects, coinciding with a recent dividend increase and robust inflows as market participants adjust to economic uncertainty.41

The First Trust Dorsey Wright International Focus 5 ETF (IFV) delivered a 3.01% price return over the past six months, outpacing the S&P 500’s -4.87% performance. This relative strength highlights investor interest in diversified, momentum-based international exposure as global markets navigate heightened volatility and shifting economic conditions.56