Should First Trust NASDAQ-100 Ex-Technology Sector ETF (QQXT) Be on Your Investing Radar?

If you're interested in broad exposure to the Large Cap Growth segment of the US equity market, look no further than the First Trust NASDAQ-100 Ex-Technology Sector ETF (QQXT), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on February 8, 2007.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 23, 2025

Is First Trust NASDAQ-100 Ex-Technology Sector ETF (QQXT) a Strong ETF Right Now?

The First Trust NASDAQ-100 Ex-Technology Sector ETF (QQXT) made its debut on 02/08/2007, and is a smart beta exchange traded fund that provides broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Growth category of the market.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 21, 2025

Nilsine Partners Boosts Stake in QQXT as Investors Look Beyond Big Tech

On October 6, 2025, Nilsine Partners, LLC disclosed the purchase of 61,385 shares of QQXT, estimated at approximately $6.07 million, in its latest SEC filing.

The Motley Fool • Oct 13, 2025

QQXT: A Costly Ex-Tech Nasdaq 100 ETF That Misses The Mark

QQXT is composed of the 56 non-Technology stocks in the Nasdaq-100. Its expense ratio is 0.60%, and given the volatile nature of tech stocks, it has downside risk management appeal. However, SPXT, a lower-cost competitor with more attractive growth and value metrics and better historical returns, is the superior choice. The newly launched XMAG is another possible option. Still, I don't think avoiding tech stocks is the answer to reducing risk. There are many high quality, low P/E, and low beta funds available that do well in downturns.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 6, 2025

Nonstop Nasdaq

The mega-cap Tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 is up nearly 1% today as of this writing, which leaves it up 4.5% already in 2024. The Nasdaq 100 is now up 64% during its current bull market that began on 12/28/22.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 24, 2024

QQXT ETF: Well Positioned As Generative AI Diffuses Throughout The Economy

The First Trust NASDAQ-100 Ex-Technology Sector Index Fund (QQXT) is a good investment option as it provides exposure to non-tech sectors that are also benefiting from AI advancements. The diffusion of AI across the economy is expected to accelerate, benefiting non-tech sectors. Companies across various industries are modernizing their business processes and workflows using AI, expanding the market size. According to McKinsey, Gen AI could deliver $13 trillion yearly in economic benefits across industries.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 29, 2023

QQXT Vs. QQQ: Tossing Tech Stocks Hasn't Worked Most Periods

QQXT Vs. QQQ: Tossing Tech Stocks Hasn't Worked Most Periods

Seeking Alpha • Apr 19, 2023

Is it Time for Growth ETFs as Fed Softens Hawkish Tone?

The Fed has hiked rates by 25 bps yesterday and adopted a softer tone on the future moves. This may boost growth ETFs in the coming days.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 23, 2023

“Animal Spirits” Hosts Nasdaq's Phil Mackintosh at Exchange

Ritholtz Wealth Management managing partner Michael Batnick and director of institutional asset management Ben Carlson recorded a live episode of their podcast “Animal Spirits” for Exchange, featuring special guest Phil Mackintosh, chief economist from Nasdaq. “Animal Spirits” is a show about markets, life, and investing.

ETF Trends • Feb 7, 2023

QQXT: An Ex-Tech QQQ? Not So Fast

QQXT is a comparatively better valued, similarly high-quality smart-beta (almost) tech-less alternative to QQQ. An ex-tech concentrated bellwether portfolio, with excessive valuation risks associated with tech removed, is a blend that could appeal to a value investor in a higher interest rates era.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 3, 2022