The underlying GS Hedge Fund VIP Index is constructed in accordance with a rules-based methodology derived from concepts previously developed by Goldman Sachs’ Global Investment Research division. The ETF allows retail investors and financial advisors to capitalize on the extensive resources of a leading global investment firm and and gain exposure to the analysis of investing trends in the hedge fund universe, providing investors access to an advanced investment solution through a low-cost ETF wrapper.
Top holdings include Liberty Global PLC 2.1%, Abbott Laboratories 2.1%, PayPal Holdings 2.1%, Reynolds American 2.1% and Broadcom 2.1%.
Sector weights include information technology 30.6%, consumer discretionary 26.2%, financials 16.0%, health care 8.2%, consumer staples 6.2%, telecom services 4.1%, industrials 4.0%, materials 2.0%, real estate 2.0% and energy 1.9%.
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