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FTAG vs. MOO
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FTAG vs. MOO

Last updated Apr 1, 2026

Compare and contrast key facts about First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF (FTAG) and VanEck Agribusiness ETF (MOO).

FTAG and MOO are both exchange-traded funds (ETFs), meaning they are traded on stock exchanges and can be bought and sold throughout the day. FTAG is a passively managed fund by First Trust that tracks the performance of the Indxx Global Agriculture Index. It was launched on Mar 12, 2010. MOO is a passively managed fund by VanEck that tracks the performance of the MVIS Global Agribusiness Index. It was launched on Aug 31, 2007. Both FTAG and MOO are passive ETFs, meaning that they are not actively managed but aim to replicate the performance of the underlying index as closely as possible.

Performance

FTAG vs. MOO - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF (FTAG) and VanEck Agribusiness ETF (MOO). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

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FTAG vs. MOO - Yearly Performance Comparison

2026 (YTD)202520242023202220212020201920182017
FTAG
First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF		12.56%14.82%-6.72%-7.28%-4.52%17.31%13.88%9.05%-19.46%24.88%
MOO
VanEck Agribusiness ETF		16.09%15.61%-12.43%-8.57%-8.10%23.99%14.59%22.29%-6.03%21.75%

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, FTAG achieves a 12.56% return, which is significantly lower than MOO's 16.09% return. Over the past 10 years, FTAG has underperformed MOO with an annualized return of 5.78%, while MOO has yielded a comparatively higher 8.26% annualized return.

FTAG

1D
1.73%
1M
-2.03%
YTD
12.56%
6M
14.76%
1Y
24.13%
3Y*
3.13%
5Y*
1.67%
10Y*
5.78%

MOO

1D
1.43%
1M
-1.27%
YTD
16.09%
6M
17.90%
1Y
27.55%
3Y*
2.03%
5Y*
1.67%
10Y*
8.26%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

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First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF

VanEck Agribusiness ETF

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FTAG vs. MOO - Expense Ratio Comparison

FTAG has a 0.70% expense ratio, which is higher than MOO's 0.55% expense ratio.

FTAG
First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF
MOO
VanEck Agribusiness ETF

Return for Risk

FTAG vs. MOO — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.
FTAG
FTAG Risk / Return Rank: 7575
Overall Rank
FTAG Sharpe Ratio Rank: 7676
Sharpe Ratio Rank
FTAG Sortino Ratio Rank: 7979
Sortino Ratio Rank
FTAG Omega Ratio Rank: 7373
Omega Ratio Rank
FTAG Calmar Ratio Rank: 7979
Calmar Ratio Rank
FTAG Martin Ratio Rank: 6666
Martin Ratio Rank
MOO
MOO Risk / Return Rank: 8484
Overall Rank
MOO Sharpe Ratio Rank: 8484
Sharpe Ratio Rank
MOO Sortino Ratio Rank: 8787
Sortino Ratio Rank
MOO Omega Ratio Rank: 8282
Omega Ratio Rank
MOO Calmar Ratio Rank: 8585
Calmar Ratio Rank
MOO Martin Ratio Rank: 8484
Martin Ratio Rank
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.

FTAG vs. MOO - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF (FTAG) and VanEck Agribusiness ETF (MOO). 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.

FTAGMOODifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

1.39

1.63

-0.24

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

2.02

2.33

-0.30

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.27

1.31

-0.04

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

2.15

2.44

-0.29

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

6.59

9.05

-2.47

Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

FTAG vs. MOO - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current FTAG Sharpe Ratio is 1.39, which is comparable to the MOO Sharpe Ratio of 1.63. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of FTAG and MOO, offering insights into how both investments have performed under varying market conditions. These values are calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months.

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Sharpe Ratios by Period

FTAGMOODifference

Sharpe Ratio (1Y)

Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

1.39

1.63

-0.24

Sharpe Ratio (5Y)

Calculated over the trailing 5-year period

0.10

0.10

0.00

Sharpe Ratio (10Y)

Calculated over the trailing 10-year period

0.29

0.46

-0.16

Sharpe Ratio (All Time)

Calculated using the full available price history

-0.33

0.24

-0.57

Correlation

The correlation between FTAG and MOO is 0.64, which is considered to be moderate. This suggests that the two assets have some degree of positive relationship in their price movements. Moderate correlation can be acceptable for portfolio diversification, offering a balance between risk and potential returns.

Dividends

FTAG vs. MOO - Dividend Comparison

FTAG's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.35%, less than MOO's 2.13% yield.

TTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
FTAG
First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF		1.35%1.39%2.89%3.68%1.77%1.58%1.72%2.33%2.16%1.26%0.61%1.35%
MOO
VanEck Agribusiness ETF		2.13%2.47%3.41%2.93%2.15%1.17%1.10%1.26%1.69%1.44%2.14%2.89%

Drawdowns

FTAG vs. MOO - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum FTAG drawdown since its inception was -90.89%, which is greater than MOO's maximum drawdown of -69.53%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for FTAG and MOO.

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Drawdown Indicators

FTAGMOODifference

Max Drawdown

Largest peak-to-trough decline

-90.89%

-69.53%

-21.36%

Max Drawdown (1Y)

Largest decline over 1 year

-11.26%

-11.46%

+0.20%

Max Drawdown (5Y)

Largest decline over 5 years

-32.77%

-39.52%

+6.75%

Max Drawdown (10Y)

Largest decline over 10 years

-50.79%

-39.52%

-11.27%

Current Drawdown

Current decline from peak

-78.23%

-13.01%

-65.22%

Average Drawdown

Average peak-to-trough decline

-71.17%

-16.99%

-54.18%

Ulcer Index

Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks

3.67%

3.09%

+0.58%

Volatility

FTAG vs. MOO - Volatility Comparison

First Trust Indxx Global Agriculture ETF (FTAG) and VanEck Agribusiness ETF (MOO) have volatilities of 5.76% and 6.00%, respectively, indicating that both stocks experience similar levels of price fluctuations. This suggests that the risk associated with both stocks, as measured by volatility, is nearly the same. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

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Volatility by Period

FTAGMOODifference

Volatility (1M)

Calculated over the trailing 1-month period

5.76%

6.00%

-0.24%

Volatility (6M)

Calculated over the trailing 6-month period

10.75%

10.81%

-0.06%

Volatility (1Y)

Calculated over the trailing 1-year period

17.49%

17.03%

+0.46%

Volatility (5Y)

Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized

17.38%

17.09%

+0.29%

Volatility (10Y)

Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized

19.93%

18.20%

+1.73%