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VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF
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Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 11, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -4.67% | -3.95% | -2.64% | +14.48% | +52.97% | +56.90% |
| Flows | -$117M | -$188M | -$317M | -$3.24B | +$1.04B | +$3.38B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.84% | +19.53% | +15.63% | +18.02% |
Max drawdown | -6.36% | -15.29% | -21.39% | -23.94% |
Max drawdown duration | 55d | 46d | 226d | 571d |
Time to recover | N/A | 32d | 93d | 231d |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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Exposure
Data as of January 31, 2026Countries
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Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 54
Top 15 Holdings
Characteristics
The VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF is built to track the Morningstar Wide Moat Focus 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 |
| Provider | VanEck |
| N° of holdings | 54 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equities |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 24, 2012 |
| ESG | No |
Latest news about MOAT
What type of ETF is MOAT?
MOAT is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VanEck.
What index does MOAT track?
MOAT tracks the Morningstar Wide Moat Focus Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does MOAT invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of MOAT?
The total expense ratio (TER) of MOAT is 0.47%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was MOAT launched?
MOAT was launched on April 24, 2012, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of MOAT?
MOAT is issued by VanEck.
What is the AUM of MOAT?
As of March 11, 2026, MOAT manages $12.27 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has MOAT performed recently?
As of March 11, 2026, MOAT delivered a return of -4.67% over the past month (1M performance), -3.95% over the past three months (3M), and -2.64% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for MOAT?
As of March 11, 2026, MOAT has seen net flows of -$117M in the past month (1M flow) and -$317M year-to-date (YTD).
Does MOAT pay dividends?
As of March 11, 2026, MOAT has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.39%.
How many holdings are in MOAT
As of January 31, 2026, MOAT holds 54 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is MOAT?
As of January 31, 2026, MOAT holds 54 securities, with 38.59% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of MOAT?
As of January 31, 2026, MOAT holds a portfolio of 54 underlyings, with its largest positions including HUNTINGTON INGALLS INDUSTRIES, ESTEE LAUDER and AIRBNB. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does MOAT invest in?
As of January 31, 2026, MOAT has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does MOAT focus on?
As of January 31, 2026, MOAT is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Industrials and Health Care.
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