BUZZ vs. GRW

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

BUZZ (VanEck Social Sentiment ETF) and GRW (TCW Durable Growth ETF) are both Large Cap Growth Equities funds. BUZZ is passively managed, while GRW is actively managed. With a 1.00 correlation, they move nearly in lockstep. Both charge a 0.75% expense ratio.

Performance

BUZZ vs. GRW - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in VanEck Social Sentiment ETF (BUZZ) and TCW Durable Growth ETF (GRW). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

BUZZ

• 1D: 0.03%
• 1M: 12.16%
• YTD: 22.04%
• 6M: 13.06%
• 1Y: 43.81%
• 3Y*: 36.50%
• 5Y*: 9.81%
• 10Y*: —

GRW

• 1D: 0.18%
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

BUZZ vs. GRW - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
BUZZ VanEck Social Sentiment ETF	-0.97%
GRW TCW Durable Growth ETF	1.46%

Correlation

The correlation between BUZZ and GRW is 1.00 - these two move nearly in lockstep. At this level, holding both provides almost no diversification benefit. If you already own one, adding the other does little to reduce portfolio risk.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 29, 2026	1.00

BUZZ vs. GRW - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	BUZZ	GRW
Technology	49.0%	26.6%
Communication Services	12.9%	9.1%
Financial Services	12.8%	9.8%
Consumer Cyclical	11.9%	8.3%
Industrials	5.2%	38.1%
Healthcare	4.9%	4.1%
Consumer Defensive	1.4%	-
Utilities	0.9%	-
Energy	0.6%	-
Basic Materials	0.3%	4.0%
Real Estate	-	-

Return for Risk

BUZZ vs. GRW — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

BUZZ

BUZZ Risk / Return Rank: 34
BUZZ Sharpe Ratio Rank: 40
BUZZ Sortino Ratio Rank: 37
BUZZ Omega Ratio Rank: 36
BUZZ Calmar Ratio Rank: 30
BUZZ Martin Ratio Rank: 26

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

BUZZ vs. GRW - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for VanEck Social Sentiment ETF (BUZZ) and TCW Durable Growth ETF (GRW). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

	BUZZ	GRW	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.41	—	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.91	—	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.24	—	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	1.44	—	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	3.50	—	—
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	BUZZ	GRW	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	1.41	—	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.30	—	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.33	13.58	-13.25

Drawdowns

BUZZ vs. GRW - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum BUZZ drawdown since its inception was -56.87%, which is greater than GRW's maximum drawdown of -0.45%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for BUZZ and GRW.

Drawdown Indicators

	BUZZ	GRW	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-56.87%	-0.45%	-56.42%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-30.47%	—	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-30.47%	—	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-56.87%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-2.82%	-0.27%	-2.55%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-23.98%	-0.17%	-23.81%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	12.55%	—	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	BUZZ	GRW	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	9.31%	—	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	23.66%	—	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	31.33%	8.89%	+22.44%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	32.97%	8.89%	+24.08%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	32.68%	8.89%	+23.79%

BUZZ vs. GRW - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both BUZZ and GRW have an expense ratio of 0.75%.

Dividends

BUZZ vs. GRW - Dividend Comparison

Neither BUZZ nor GRW has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022
BUZZ VanEck Social Sentiment ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.50%	0.52%	0.40%
GRW TCW Durable Growth ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both BUZZ and GRW in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 1.00, BUZZ and GRW move almost identically. Holding both adds very little diversification - you're essentially doubling your position in the same market segment. Choosing one is usually more capital-efficient.

Which ETF is better, BUZZ or GRW?

Both ETFs have the same 0.75% expense ratio. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, BUZZ or GRW?

BUZZ and GRW have the same expense ratio: 0.75% per year.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, BUZZ or GRW?

BUZZ and GRW have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between BUZZ and GRW?

They also come from different issuers: VanEck and TCW.