VIISX vs. FIQIX
Compare and contrast key facts about Virtus KAR International Small-Mid Cap Fund (VIISX) and Fidelity Advisor International Small Cap Fund Class Z (FIQIX).
VIISX is managed by Virtus. It was launched on Sep 4, 2012. FIQIX is managed by Fidelity. It was launched on Oct 2, 2018.
Performance
VIISX vs. FIQIX - Performance Comparison
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VIISX vs. FIQIX - Yearly Performance Comparison
| 2026 (YTD) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VIISX Virtus KAR International Small-Mid Cap Fund | -6.32% | 14.30% | 4.06% | 22.36% | -34.42% | 5.84% | 24.38% | 27.62% | -5.15% |
FIQIX Fidelity Advisor International Small Cap Fund Class Z | -0.19% | 24.80% | 0.14% | 19.76% | -16.53% | 13.56% | 10.12% | 21.61% | -7.47% |
Returns By Period
In the year-to-date period, VIISX achieves a -6.32% return, which is significantly lower than FIQIX's -0.19% return.
VIISX
- 1D
- 2.72%
- 1M
- -6.95%
- YTD
- -6.32%
- 6M
- -7.75%
- 1Y
- -0.10%
- 3Y*
- 7.98%
- 5Y*
- -1.42%
- 10Y*
- 7.79%
FIQIX
- 1D
- 2.36%
- 1M
- -6.50%
- YTD
- -0.19%
- 6M
- 1.69%
- 1Y
- 18.18%
- 3Y*
- 11.24%
- 5Y*
- 5.47%
- 10Y*
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VIISX vs. FIQIX - Expense Ratio Comparison
VIISX has a 1.19% expense ratio, which is higher than FIQIX's 0.89% expense ratio.
Return for Risk
VIISX vs. FIQIX — Risk / Return Rank
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VIISX vs. FIQIX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Virtus KAR International Small-Mid Cap Fund (VIISX) and Fidelity Advisor International Small Cap Fund Class Z (FIQIX). 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.
| VIISX | FIQIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 0.01 | 1.40 | -1.39 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 0.12 | 1.84 | -1.73 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.02 | 1.29 | -0.27 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | -0.05 | 1.61 | -1.67 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | -0.13 | 5.88 | -6.01 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Sharpe Ratios by Period
| VIISX | FIQIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe Ratio (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 0.01 | 1.40 | -1.39 |
Sharpe Ratio (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period | -0.09 | 0.41 | -0.50 |
Sharpe Ratio (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period | 0.51 | — | — |
Sharpe Ratio (All Time)Calculated using the full available price history | 0.55 | 0.52 | +0.03 |
Correlation
The correlation between VIISX and FIQIX is 0.84, which is considered to be high. That indicates a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Having highly-correlated positions in a portfolio may signal a lack of diversification, potentially leading to increased risk during market downturns.
Dividends
VIISX vs. FIQIX - Dividend Comparison
VIISX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.97%, more than FIQIX's 3.69% yield.
| TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VIISX Virtus KAR International Small-Mid Cap Fund | 3.97% | 3.72% | 1.94% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 8.43% | 1.16% | 1.98% | 1.42% | 1.82% | 2.75% | 3.43% |
FIQIX Fidelity Advisor International Small Cap Fund Class Z | 3.69% | 3.68% | 2.73% | 1.99% | 0.83% | 7.39% | 0.93% | 2.47% | 6.33% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Drawdowns
VIISX vs. FIQIX - Drawdown Comparison
The maximum VIISX drawdown since its inception was -50.31%, which is greater than FIQIX's maximum drawdown of -36.61%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for VIISX and FIQIX.
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Drawdown Indicators
| VIISX | FIQIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -50.31% | -36.61% | -13.70% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -14.94% | -10.72% | -4.22% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -50.31% | -30.95% | -19.36% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | -50.31% | — | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -17.52% | -8.29% | -9.23% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -11.25% | -6.88% | -4.37% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 5.88% | 2.95% | +2.93% |
Volatility
VIISX vs. FIQIX - Volatility Comparison
The current volatility for Virtus KAR International Small-Mid Cap Fund (VIISX) is 5.77%, while Fidelity Advisor International Small Cap Fund Class Z (FIQIX) has a volatility of 6.19%. This indicates that VIISX experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than FIQIX based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.
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Volatility by Period
| VIISX | FIQIX | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Volatility (1M)Calculated over the trailing 1-month period | 5.77% | 6.19% | -0.42% |
Volatility (6M)Calculated over the trailing 6-month period | 9.02% | 8.99% | +0.03% |
Volatility (1Y)Calculated over the trailing 1-year period | 14.09% | 13.47% | +0.62% |
Volatility (5Y)Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized | 16.10% | 13.40% | +2.70% |
Volatility (10Y)Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized | 15.35% | 15.13% | +0.22% |