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Virtus LifeSci Biotech Products ETF
BBP performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 9, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +4.09% | +23.23% | +32.02% | +49.71% | +98.63% | +100.65% |
| Flows | +$5M | +$20M | +$50M | +$62M | +$68M | +$61M |
Characteristics
The Virtus LifeSci Biotech Products ETF is built to track the LifeSci Biotechnology Products 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 | 66 |
| 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 July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 66
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +25.85% | +25.14% | +24.72% | +26.61% |
Max drawdown | -9.34% | -9.59% | -25.54% | -37.61% |
Max drawdown duration | 39d | 48d | 292d | 586d |
Time to recover | 18d | 15d | 144d | 400d |
Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is BBP?
BBP is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VIRTUS Investment Partners.
What index does BBP track?
BBP tracks the LifeSci Biotechnology Products Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does BBP 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 BBP?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BBP is 0.34%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BBP launched?
BBP was launched on December 16, 2014, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BBP?
BBP is issued by VIRTUS Investment Partners.
What is the AUM of BBP?
As of September 9, 2026, BBP manages $115.83 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BBP performed recently?
As of September 9, 2026, BBP delivered a return of 4.09% over the past month (1M performance), 23.23% over the past three months (3M), and 32.02% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BBP?
As of September 9, 2026, BBP has seen net flows of +$5M in the past month (1M flow) and +$50M year-to-date (YTD).
How many holdings are in BBP
As of July 31, 2026, BBP holds 66 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is BBP?
As of July 31, 2026, BBP holds 66 securities, with 26.78% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of BBP?
As of July 31, 2026, BBP holds a portfolio of 66 underlyings, with its largest positions including Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Verastem, Inc. and Nuvation Bio, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does BBP invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, BBP has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does BBP focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, BBP is primarily exposed to Healthcare.
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