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VanEck Morningstar International Moat ETF
MOTI performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +3.98% | +4.58% | +0.26% | -0.54% | +37.28% | +28.13% |
| Flows | - | -$2M | -$117M | -$112M | -$194M | -$10M |
Characteristics
The VanEck Morningstar International Moat ETF is built to track the Morningstar Global Markets ex-US Wide Moat Focus NTR 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 | VanEck |
| N° of holdings | 45 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | July 13, 2015 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 45
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +14.34% | +14.90% | +15.28% | +16.17% |
Max drawdown | -8.82% | -15.18% | -15.18% | -27.09% |
Max drawdown duration | 67d | 277d | 277d | 531d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | 287d |
Replication quality
Data as of September 30, 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 MOTI?
MOTI is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VanEck.
What index does MOTI track?
MOTI tracks the Morningstar Global Markets ex-US Wide Moat Focus NTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does MOTI invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted ex-US Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of MOTI?
The total expense ratio (TER) of MOTI is 0.63%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was MOTI launched?
MOTI was launched on July 13, 2015, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of MOTI?
MOTI is issued by VanEck.
What is the AUM of MOTI?
As of October 16, 2026, MOTI manages $73.22 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has MOTI performed recently?
As of October 16, 2026, MOTI delivered a return of 3.98% over the past month (1M performance), 4.58% over the past three months (3M), and 0.26% year-to-date (YTD).
Does MOTI pay dividends?
As of October 16, 2026, MOTI has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.23%.
How many holdings are in MOTI
As of August 31, 2026, MOTI holds 45 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is MOTI?
As of August 31, 2026, MOTI holds 45 securities, with 42.91% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of MOTI?
As of August 31, 2026, MOTI holds a portfolio of 45 underlyings, with its largest positions including DSM-Firmenich AG, Edenred SE and Symrise AG. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does MOTI invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, MOTI has its largest geographic exposures in China, France and Germany.
What sectors or themes does MOTI focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, MOTI is primarily exposed to Consumer Non-Cyclicals, Industrials and Technology.
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