VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) and Its Focus on Competitive Advantages

March 26, 2025 05:52 PM AEDT | By Team Kalkine Media

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The VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (ASX:MOAT) provides exposure to U.S. companies identified as having sustainable competitive advantages.

The ETF tracks the Morningstar® Wide Moat Focus Index™, focusing on companies trading below their estimated fair value.

Top holdings include Gilead Sciences, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and The Walt Disney Company.

The VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (ASX:MOAT) is designed to provide exposure to U.S. companies that Morningstar's equity research team identifies as having sustainable competitive advantages, often referred to as "wide moats." These advantages may include factors such as strong brand identity, proprietary technology, or significant market share. The ETF seeks to replicate the performance of the Morningstar® Wide Moat Focus Index™, which focuses on companies trading at attractive valuations relative to Morningstar's assessment of fair value.

Investment Strategy

The ETF's strategy centers on selecting companies with durable competitive advantages that are also considered to be undervalued. By concentrating on these firms, the ETF aims to offer exposure to businesses that possess the potential for long-term profitability and resilience against market competition. The index typically comprises between 40 to 80 such companies.

Top Holdings

As of the latest available data, the top holdings in the VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF include:

Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD): A biopharmaceutical company known for its focus on antiviral drugs.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY): A global biopharmaceutical firm specializing in innovative medicines.
The Walt Disney Company (DIS): A diversified multinational entertainment and media conglomerate.

These companies represent a portion of the ETF's diversified portfolio, which spans various sectors and industries.

Performance Overview

The performance of the VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF reflects the collective performance of its underlying holdings. Investors can monitor the ETF's performance through financial platforms and the issuer's official website to stay informed about its returns and market behavior.

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