(SMOT) VanEck Trust - VanEck - Ratings and Ratios

The VanEck Morningstar SMID Moat ETF (BATS:SMOT) is designed to track the performance of small- and medium-capitalization companies identified by Morningstar as having sustainable competitive advantages. The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that comprise its benchmark index, which is constructed using Morningstars proprietary methodology. This methodology evaluates companies based on both quantitative and qualitative factors to identify those with strong, durable competitive moats. The fund is non-diversified, meaning it can take larger positions in fewer companies, which may increase risk but also allows for targeted exposure to its investment strategy.

As of the latest data, the ETF has an average trading volume of 87,268 shares over the past 20 days, with a last price of $35.04. Its short-term technical indicators show the SMA 20 at $36.03 and SMA 50 at $35.52, slightly above its current price, while the SMA 200 stands at $33.97, indicating longer-term bullish momentum. The ATR of 0.44 reflects moderate volatility. With total assets under management (AUM) of $438.31 million, the fund maintains a significant presence in the mid-cap blend ETF category, focusing on companies that combine growth and value characteristics.