MFDX vs. VYMI ETF Comparison

Comparison of PIMCO Equitiy Series PIMCO RAFI Dynamic Multi-Factor International Equity ETF (MFDX) to Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF (VYMI)

MFDX

PIMCO Equitiy Series PIMCO RAFI Dynamic Multi-Factor International Equity ETF

MFDX Description

The investment seeks to track the investment results of the RAFI Dynamic Multi-Factor Emerging Markets Index. The fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing at least 80% of its total assets (exclusive of collateral held from securities lending) in the component securities of the RAFI Dynamic Multi-Factor Emerging Markets Index. The underlying index is constructed by RAFI Indices, LLC using a rules-based approach to construct factor portfolios within the underlying index. The underlying index consists of "factor portfolios," each of which emphasizes one of the following factors: value, low volatility, quality and momentum.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$32.06

Average Daily Volume

19,576

Number of Holdings ^*

52

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market

VYMI

Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF

VYMI Description

Vanguard International High Dividend Yield ETF seeks to track the performance of the FTSE All-World ex US High Dividend Yield Index, which focuses on companies located in developed and emerging markets, excluding the United States, that are forecasted to have above-average dividend yields. The fund invests by sampling the index, meaning that it holds a broadly diversified collection of securities that, in the aggregate, approximates the full index in terms of key characteristics. These key characteristics include industry weightings and market capitalization, as well as certain financial measures, such as price/earnings ratio and dividend yield. The experience and stability of Vanguard%u2019s Equity Index Group have permitted continuous refinement of techniques for reducing tracking error. The group uses proprietary software to implement trading decisions that accommodate cash flow and maintain close correlation with index characteristics. Vanguard%u2019s refined indexing process, combined with low management fees and efficient trading, has provided tight tracking net of expenses.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$73.11

Average Daily Volume

398,441

Number of Holdings ^*

39

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market

Performance

Period	MFDX	VYMI
30 Days	1.04%	1.85%
60 Days	8.12%	8.26%
90 Days	6.51%	5.95%
12 Months	23.35%	25.48%

15 Overlapping Holdings

	Symbol	Grade	Weight in MFDX	Weight in VYMI	Overlap
	AEI	C	0.03%	0.04%	0.03%
	AGCO	D	0.03%	0.04%	0.03%
	BCS	C	0.24%	0.33%	0.24%
	E	D	0.08%	0.27%	0.08%
	HMC	D	0.19%	0.38%	0.19%
	LYG	C	0.1%	0.35%	0.1%
	MFG	D	0.28%	0.38%	0.28%
	MUFG	D	0.32%	0.83%	0.32%
	NMR	F	0.06%	0.12%	0.06%
	NVS	D	0.65%	1.79%	0.65%
	SMFG	D	0.24%	0.59%	0.24%
	STLA	F	0.06%	0.25%	0.06%
	TM	D	0.21%	1.64%	0.21%
	UL	B	1.18%	1.16%	1.16%
	YY	C	0.01%	0.01%	0.01%

MFDX Overweight 37 Positions Relative to VYMI

	Symbol	Grade	Weight
	ABBV	A	0.67%
	MDT	A	0.35%
	TT	A	0.33%
	NXPI	F	0.32%
	ARM	C	0.28%
	GRMN	D	0.21%
	WCN	D	0.19%
	CNI	D	0.16%
	SE	A	0.16%
	SPOT	B	0.16%
	DEO	C	0.15%
	LOGI	D	0.14%
	CHKP	C	0.13%
	ICLR	F	0.11%
	TEVA	D	0.1%
	GOLD	C	0.1%
	RBA	D	0.09%
	WFG	A	0.08%
	CCEP	D	0.06%
	LULU	D	0.06%
	ALLE	A	0.05%
	ALV	F	0.04%
	QGEN	D	0.04%
	WIX	D	0.04%
	FRO	D	0.03%
	PDS	F	0.03%
	CYBR	C	0.03%
	TNK	D	0.02%
	ASND	C	0.02%
	DOOO	F	0.02%
	MNDY	C	0.02%
	SONY	B	0.02%
	SFL	D	0.01%
	AER	C	0.01%
	IAG	C	0.01%
	MBAVU	D	0.0%
	CSIQ	D	0.0%

MFDX Underweight 24 Positions Relative to VYMI

	Symbol	Grade	Weight
	TD	C	-0.77%
	VALE	C	-0.3%
	SW	B	-0.18%
	KB	D	-0.16%
	UMC	D	-0.15%
	SHG	D	-0.15%
	CHT	C	-0.11%
	ABEV	C	-0.07%
	ASAI	F	-0.06%
	BCH	B	-0.04%
	ITUB	C	-0.03%
	CIB	F	-0.03%
	GGB	C	-0.03%
	ASX	D	-0.02%
	EC	F	-0.02%
	CSAN	D	-0.02%
	SBSW	D	-0.02%
	QFIN	B	-0.02%
	VIV	B	-0.01%
	AKO.A	D	-0.01%
	BSAC	C	-0.01%
	CIG	B	-0.01%
	ATHM	A	-0.01%
	ABEV	C	-0.0%

MFDX: Top Represented Industries & Keywords

Industries: Auto Manufacturers Banks - Global Internet Content & Information Shipping & Ports Diagnostics & Research Drug Manufacturers - Major Gold Semiconductors Software - Application Airports & Air Services Apparel Stores Auto Parts Banks - Regional - Asia Banks - Regional - Europe Beverages - Soft Drinks Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries Biotechnology Business Services Capital Markets Computer Systems

Keywords: S&P 500 Nasdaq 100 Asset Management Bank Banking Biotechnology Computing Financial Products Investment Banking Investment Banking Services Transport Advisory Services Automotive Industry Cars Cash Management Services Corporate Banking Gas Exploration IBD 50 Insurance Products Investment Bank

VYMI: Top Represented Industries & Keywords

Industries: Banks - Global Banks - Regional - Latin America Auto Manufacturers Banks - Regional - Asia Internet Content & Information Oil & Gas Integrated Semiconductors Telecom Services Banks - Regional - Europe Beverages - Brewers Beverages - Non-Alcoholic Capital Markets Credit Services Drug Manufacturers - Major Farm & Construction Equipment Gold Grocery Stores Household & Personal Products Industrial Metals & Minerals Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing

Keywords: Bank Financial Products Investment Banking Banking Investment Banking Services Currency Investment Product Commercial Banking Factoring Financial Advisory Services Insurance Products Investment Bank Project Finance Securitization Asset Management Cash Management Corporate Banking Structured Finance Advisory Services Asset Management Services