Growth of $10,000 in FTSM
First Trust Enhanced Short Maturity ETF · First Trust
A $10,000 investment compounding at FTSM’s trailing 10-year annualized total return of 2.6% would reach $16,676 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.29% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (4.8%) | At 5-year avg (3.6%) | At 10-year avg (2.6%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $12,642 | $11,934 | $11,364 |
| 10 years | $15,981 | $14,243 | $12,914 |
| 15 years | $20,203 | $16,998 | $14,675 |
| 20 years | $25,540 | $20,286 | $16,676 |
| 25 years | $32,287 | $24,210 | $18,951 |
| 30 years | $40,817 | $28,893 | $21,535 |
Annualized total returns as of Aug 7, 2026, dividends reinvested. A constant rate is an illustration of compounding — real markets are far bumpier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What would $10,000 in FTSM be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 10-year annualized return of 2.6%, $10,000 in FTSM would grow to about $12,914 in 10 years and $16,676 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is FTSM's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, FTSM's annualized total returns were 4.8% over 3 years, 3.6% over 5 years, 2.6% over 10 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.29% expense ratio.