Moat Index gained 1.7% in December, led by strong stock selection in technology, industrials and consumer staples.

This stock crushed the market in 2025 and could do so again through the next five years and beyond.

A smart beta exchange traded fund, the VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) debuted on 04/24/2012, and offers broad exposure to the Style Box - Large Cap Blend category of the market. What Are ...

An updated edition of the November 12, 2025 article. In the business world, the concept of a wide moat refers to companies with strong, durable competitive advantages that protect them from rivals, ...

Consumer staples stocks can help recession-proof your portfolio in this increasingly uncertain economy.