VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat Fund - Class Z (MWMZX)

Overview

This investment vehicle is structured as a fund that primarily allocates its assets within securities identified to have sustainable competitive advantages, based on a deliberate and proprietary methodology carried out by Morningstar, Inc. Such companies are usually described as having a "wide moat," implying they possess strong barriers to entry for competitors, which could include technological superiority, strong brand recognition, or significant market share. The fund is committed to maintaining at least 80% of its net assets in these wide moat companies, reflecting a strategic focus on long-term stability and growth potentials derived from investing in firms with durable competitive edges.

Products and Services

The fund offers a focused investment product based on the concept of "wide moat" companies as identified by Morningstar, Inc. Here are the primary characteristics of the investment opportunities it provides:

• Wide Moat Index Fund: This fund invests primarily in companies that are part of the selected index, representing those with sustainable competitive advantages. The investment strategy underscores the importance of quantitative and qualitative assessments to identify firms that are likely to maintain or grow their market position over time.
• Quantitative and Qualitative Assessment: The foundation of the fund's investment decisions lies in a proprietary methodology developed by Morningstar. This involves a blend of quantitative metrics and qualitative analysis to ascertain a company's long-term competitive strength and, by extension, its potential for sustained profitability and growth.