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VanEck Pharmaceutical ETF
PPH performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of June 5, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +3.05% | +0.22% | +3.36% | +22.27% | +45.95% | +60.72% |
| Flows | -$87M | -$365M | -$403M | +$210M | +$297M | +$446M |
Characteristics
The VanEck Pharmaceutical ETF is built to track the MVIS US Listed Pharmaceutical 25 Net 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 | VanEck |
| N° of holdings | 25 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | December 20, 2011 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of April 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 25
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +18.32% | +17.55% | +15.28% | +15.07% |
Max drawdown | -7.00% | -10.78% | -17.98% | -20.19% |
Max drawdown duration | 88d | 96d | 434d | 484d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 215d | 315d |
Replication quality
Data as of May 29, 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 PPH?
PPH is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by VanEck.
What index does PPH track?
PPH tracks the MVIS US Listed Pharmaceutical 25 Net Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does PPH invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Pharmaceuticals Equities. It is part of the segment: Uncategorized Equities.
What is the expense ratio of PPH?
The total expense ratio (TER) of PPH is 0.36%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was PPH launched?
PPH was launched on December 20, 2011, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of PPH?
PPH is issued by VanEck.
What is the AUM of PPH?
As of June 5, 2026, PPH manages $892.20 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has PPH performed recently?
As of June 5, 2026, PPH delivered a return of 3.05% over the past month (1M performance), 0.22% over the past three months (3M), and 3.36% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for PPH?
As of June 5, 2026, PPH has seen net flows of -$87M in the past month (1M flow) and -$403M year-to-date (YTD).
Does PPH pay dividends?
As of June 5, 2026, PPH has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.04%.
How many holdings are in PPH
As of April 30, 2026, PPH holds 25 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is PPH?
As of April 30, 2026, PPH holds 25 securities, with 90.4% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of PPH?
As of April 30, 2026, PPH holds a portfolio of 25 underlyings, with its largest positions including LILLY, US66987V1098 and MERCK & CO INC. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does PPH invest in?
As of April 30, 2026, PPH has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does PPH focus on?
As of April 30, 2026, PPH is primarily exposed to Health Care.
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