Investors and advisors look for a few important factors when assessing an investment strategy. While fees and style box classifications are important considerations, few factors carry as much weight as pure performance.
American Century Focused Dynamic Growth ETF is an actively managed, concentrated growth fund targeting 30–45 mid- to large-cap companies. FDG has historically outperformed its Russell 1000 Growth ETF benchmark, but recent aggressive positioning has led to underperformance in Q1. The fund's higher exposure to communication services and consumer discretionary, combined with a 1.35 beta, has increased volatility and downside risk.
American Century Focused Dynamic Growth ETF delivers consistent outperformance versus the Russell 1000 Growth ETF benchmark with a concentrated, actively managed portfolio. FDG's portfolio emphasizes high-growth, scalable companies, selectively overweighting AI leaders like NVDA and GOOG while reducing exposure to underperforming tech names. Despite a higher 0.45% expense ratio, FDG justifies its fees through superior medium- and long-term returns and differentiated stock selection.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JD Jeffrey Dominguez Dominguez Wealth Management Solutions Inc. | 12,184 | $650,799.25 | $1.61M | $954,808.27 | 146.71% |
| BP Brett Pohl Kingdom Financial Group LLC | 128 | $16,236 | $16,867.84 | $631.84 | 3.89% |
| RBL Robert B. LaRue Owen LaRue LLC | 5,859 | $306,308.49 | $772,099.02 | $465,790.53 | 152.07% |
Gregory Bosch Strategies Wealth Advisors, LLC | 6,222 | $669,363 | $818,815.2 | $149,452.2 | 22.33% |
Chad Tobin Slagle Financial, LLC | 27,815 | $2.64M | $3.67M | $1.02M | 38.68% |
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The fund is designed for investors looking to diversify their portfolio with large cap company securities, while remaining open to opportunities across companies of any market capitalization. With a focus on maintaining a high-quality, concentrated portfolio, the fund usually invests in 30 to 45 securities, but has the flexibility to expand its holdings to accommodate liquidity needs. The investment strategy primarily targets U.S. exchange-listed common stocks and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), offering a blend of domestic and international exposure.
Investments primarily in securities from large cap companies. These are typically well-established businesses with a strong market presence, offering stable investment opportunities.
The fund is not limited to large caps; it can invest in companies of any size. This approach allows for flexibility to capitalize on opportunities across the entire market, enhancing potential for growth and diversification.
Maintaining a portfolio of generally 30 to 45 securities, the fund focuses on investing in a limited number of companies to achieve a high conviction investment strategy. This concentration enables significant exposure to its top picks.
A primary investment in common stocks listed on U.S. exchanges. These stocks represent equity interests in corporations and offer investors a share in the company's profits and growth.
Investments in ADRs allow the fund to hold shares in foreign companies, offering exposure to international markets. ADRs are denominated in U.S. dollars, providing a convenient way for U.S. investors to invest in overseas markets.