HELX vs. VIRS ETF Comparison

Comparison of Franklin Genomic Advancements ETF (HELX) to Pacer BioThreat Strategy ETF (VIRS)
HELX

Franklin Genomic Advancements ETF

HELX Description

Seeks capital appreciation by investing in innovative companies related to genomic-based technologies designed to enhance the quality of life. Provides access to companies benefitting from or facilitating the use of new research including DNA sequencing, gene editing and personalized medicine Uses bottom-up fundamental research conducted by dedicated, industry-specific analysts to identify disruptive business models at the right stage for investment Actively managed by a seasoned portfolio management team that is based in Silicon Valley and has a long history of investing in the craft of innovation

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$30.51

Average Daily Volume

1,729

Number of Holdings *

51

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market
VIRS

Pacer BioThreat Strategy ETF

VIRS Description An exchange traded fund (ETF) that seeks to track the LifeSci BioThreat Strategy Index to invest in U.S. listed companies whose products or services help to protect against, endure or recover from biological threats to human health. The index aims to: Research of current and future pandemics. Combat agents of biological warfare. Detect the presence of biological threats. Secure national borders and ports and strengthen homeland security. Aid in stockpiling of products needed in times of natural disasters and disease outbreaks. Improve food and water safety and purity. Enable technology to benefit work and stay at home mandates.

Grade (RS Rating)

Last Trade

$40.03

Average Daily Volume

368

Number of Holdings *

10

* may have additional holdings in another (foreign) market
Performance
Period HELX VIRS
30 Days -4.73% 2.25%
60 Days -8.33% 7.96%
90 Days -6.94% 7.86%
12 Months 16.57% 34.42%
3 Overlapping Holdings
Symbol Grade Weight in HELX Weight in VIRS Overlap
DHR D 5.27% 4.83% 4.83%
REGN F 5.0% 4.52% 4.52%
TMO D 4.96% 4.92% 4.92%
HELX Overweight 48 Positions Relative to VIRS
Symbol Grade Weight
MEDP F 5.91%
VRTX D 5.79%
LLY F 4.97%
KRYS C 4.25%
NTRA B 3.8%
AZN F 2.68%
CTVA A 2.27%
INSM D 2.11%
A D 2.08%
IONS F 2.05%
BRKR D 2.01%
ALNY C 1.99%
CDNS C 1.98%
CRL F 1.95%
UTHR A 1.86%
BNTX B 1.85%
QGEN D 1.85%
EXAS A 1.73%
ICLR F 1.66%
RCKT F 1.57%
SRPT D 1.56%
RVTY C 1.48%
RARE D 1.46%
TWST F 1.22%
IQV F 1.13%
VYGR C 1.11%
LH A 0.97%
BBIO D 0.92%
TECH B 0.91%
LGND A 0.88%
AZTA F 0.86%
BEAM F 0.86%
NBIX C 0.84%
NTLA F 0.83%
CDMO C 0.8%
MRNA F 0.79%
CRSP C 0.65%
RXRX F 0.57%
RGEN D 0.54%
BIO A 0.53%
AVTR F 0.5%
FDMT F 0.44%
BMY A 0.31%
SLP F 0.3%
VCYT A 0.24%
DVAX A 0.2%
BMRN F 0.2%
ARE F 0.16%
HELX Underweight 7 Positions Relative to VIRS
Symbol Grade Weight
WMT A -5.27%
JNJ D -5.21%
ABT A -5.0%
SNY D -4.89%
LOW B -4.89%
HD B -4.86%
NFLX A -4.8%
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