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Virtus LifeSci Biotech Clinical Trials ETF
BBC performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 22, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +18.83% | +8.43% | +22.67% | +169.09% | +107.82% | -2.53% |
| Flows | -$4M | -$4M | -$2M | +$8M | +$8M | -$6M |
Characteristics
The Virtus LifeSci Biotech Clinical Trials ETF is built to track the LifeSci Biotechnology Clinical Trials Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | VIRTUS Investment Partners |
| N° of holdings | 120 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 16, 2014 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 120
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +35.86% | +36.05% | +36.28% | +39.26% |
Max drawdown | -11.47% | -13.01% | -54.25% | -72.57% |
Max drawdown duration | 76d | 31d | 340d | 1820d |
Time to recover | 10d | 29d | 193d | N/A |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is BBC?
BBC is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VIRTUS Investment Partners.
What index does BBC track?
BBC tracks the LifeSci Biotechnology Clinical Trials Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does BBC invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted US Equities. It is part of the segment: Tomorrow's Treatments.
What is the expense ratio of BBC?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BBC is 0.79%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BBC launched?
BBC was launched on December 16, 2014, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BBC?
BBC is issued by VIRTUS Investment Partners.
What is the AUM of BBC?
As of April 22, 2026, BBC manages $37.96 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BBC performed recently?
As of April 22, 2026, BBC delivered a return of 18.83% over the past month (1M performance), 8.43% over the past three months (3M), and 22.67% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BBC?
As of April 22, 2026, BBC has seen net flows of -$4M in the past month (1M flow) and -$2M year-to-date (YTD).
Does BBC pay dividends?
As of April 22, 2026, BBC has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.38%.
How many holdings are in BBC
As of March 31, 2026, BBC holds 120 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is BBC?
As of March 31, 2026, BBC holds 120 securities, with 21.19% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of BBC?
As of March 31, 2026, BBC holds a portfolio of 120 underlyings, with its largest positions including US29337E1029, US0223071020 and TANGO THERAPEUTICS INC. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does BBC invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, BBC has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does BBC focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, BBC is primarily exposed to Health Care.
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