Is VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) a Strong ETF Right Now?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Blend category of the market, the VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) is a smart beta exchange traded fund launched on 04/24/2012.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 25, 2025

MOAT: Morningstar's Wide Moat Picks Are Rebounding Nicely, Hold For Now

MOAT currently offers exposure to 53 wide-moat stocks trading at attractive discounts relative to their estimated fair market value, as determined by a team of 100+ Morningstar analysts. MOAT's long-term results are excellent, and although the ETF has struggled over the last five years, its short-term returns are picking up, with further upside more likely than not. Still, my fundamental analysis reveals some weaknesses, including a growth and value mix that lags other equal-weight funds along with surprisingly questionable quality.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 19, 2025

MOAT: A Great Idea, But A Flawed Execution

VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF employs a value strategy, targeting companies with strong competitive advantages trading at discounts. MOAT's high portfolio turnover and sector concentration undermine its long-term value approach, resulting in higher costs and inconsistent performance versus IWB. Despite lower valuation metrics, MOAT exhibits higher volatility and inferior risk-adjusted returns compared to the broader market, with an expensive 0.47% expense ratio.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 19, 2025

Should VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) Be on Your Investing Radar?

If you're interested in broad exposure to the Large Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, look no further than the VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on April 24, 2012.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 14, 2025

Moat Index Keeps Tech in Check, Value in Focus

By Brandon Rakszawski, VanEck Director of Product Management The September Moat Index review trimmed tech exposure, added new names and maintained a strong value tilt, highlighting its contrarian position in today's market. Key Takeaways Moat Index holds largest tech underweight vs.

ETF Trends • Oct 4, 2025

Best ETFs Help Investors Cut Exposure To Magnificent Seven

For investors seeking stability with a dose of growth, Cabot Wealth Management highlights three of the best ETFs for today's market.

Investors Business Daily • Aug 8, 2025

MOAT Delivers Quiet Alpha In Broad Based Markets

VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF offers a unique blend of wide-moat stock selection and value screening, resulting in a balanced, diversified portfolio with risk discipline. Performance closely tracks the S&P 500, but MOAT shines in broad-based rallies and offers some downside mitigation during market drawdowns. MOAT is best used as a tactical complement to S&P 500 ETFs, especially when expecting broader market participation rather than concentrated large-cap rallies.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 2, 2025

Here's How to Invest in ETFs With Warren Buffett's Strategies

With Warren Buffett stepping down as Berkshire's CEO, let's dig into his investing lessons and the related ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • May 5, 2025

I Was Looking For A MOAT, But I Didn't Quite Find It Here

MOAT ETF refers to the concept of Wide Moats, a theme increasingly sought after, especially in the current market phase. It has a higher-than-average expense ratio (similar to any thematic ETF), yet delivers competitive 10-year performance. But it holds a limited number of positions with high turnover, which fuels volatility and reduces its appeal from a risk perspective.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 22, 2025

Best value ETFs: retire rich with these blue-chip funds

The best value ETFs can help you retire rich and enjoy a combination of growth and dividend payouts. This article explores some of the best value exchange-traded funds to buy and hold to sleep well at night (SWAN).

Invezz • Feb 22, 2025