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STRATEGY INDICES

STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance

Index Description

The STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance index weights the components of the underlying STOXX Canada 240 index so that portfolio variance is minimized. STOXX uses Axioma's factor model for the optimization process. The constrained version creates a portfolio similar to the underlying benchmark index, but with a more attractive risk profile. This is achieved by applying a range of factors, country and industry exposure constraints to ensure that components have no high allocation bias.

Key facts

  • Minimized volatility is suitable for risk-averse investors. At the same time, the return of the index is higher than the benchmark.
  • Suitable as a liquid underlying for ETFs and structured products. It is easy to replicate as it has fewer components than the underlying Index. It also has predictable rebalancing dates and is optimized to allow tracking (low turnover, transaction costs analysis, etc.).
  • Capping constraints are applied in accordance with the Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS) directive to ensure that funds can easily track the index.
  • Constraints on diversification and security, country, industry and factor exposure are applied.

Descriptive Statistics

Index Market Cap (CAD bn) Components (CAD bn) Component weight (%) Turnover (%)
Full Free-float Mean Median Largest Smallest Largest Smallest Last 12 monts
STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance N/A 146.9 2.4 1.7 8.1 0.1 5.5 0.1 30.1
STOXX Canada 240 2,341.6 2,112.8 8.8 2.2 131.1 0.6 6.2 0.0 2.5

Supersector weighting (top 10)

Country weighting

Risk and return figures1

Index returns Return (%) Annualized return (%)
Last month YTD 1Y 3Y 5Y Last month YTD 1Y 3Y 5Y
STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance 1.3 4.8 10.0 29.6 52.6 N/A N/A 10.2 9.1 8.9
STOXX Canada 240 4.6 6.6 13.7 36.4 64.4 N/A N/A 14.0 11.0 10.6
Index volatility and risk Annualized volatility (%) Annualized Sharpe ratio2
STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance N/A N/A 9.2 10.0 16.0 N/A N/A 0.7 0.7 0.5
STOXX Canada 240 N/A N/A 12.4 14.7 20.2 N/A N/A 0.9 0.6 0.5
Index to benchmark Correlation Tracking error (%)
STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.9 5.6 6.3 8.1 9.1 9.4
Index to benchmark Beta Annualized information ratio
STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.5 0.7 -7.7 -1.2 -0.5 -0.3 -0.3

1For information on data calculation, please refer to STOXX calculation reference guide

2Based on EURIBOR1M

(CAD, Gross Return), all data as of March 29, 2024

STRATEGY INDICES

STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance

Fundamentals

Index Price/earnings incl. negative Price/earnings excl. negative Price/book Dividend yield (%)3 Price/sales Price/cash flow
Trailing Projected Trailing Projected Trailing Trailing Trailing
STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance 20.3 17.4 19.5 19.5 2.3 3.7 1.6 16.1
STOXX Canada 240 18.1 14.8 16.4 16.4 1.8 3.8 1.6 29.2

Performance and annual returns

Methodology

On the basis of the underlying index, a covariance matrix is set up by determining the correlation between each component and specific factors. Using Axioma's factor model, the variance-covariance structure of the components is determined, which is then minimized with respect to applicable constraints. The constraints applied cover capping, effective number of assets, rebalancing and turnover, country/industry exposure and other factor exposures, such as growth, value, short-/mid-term momentum, leverage, etc. The full list of factors including the requirements to be met can be accessed in our Index rulebook: http://www.stoxx.com/indices/rulebooks.html

Versions and symbols

Index ISIN Symbol Bloomberg Reuters
Net Return CAD CH0180138932 SA2CMVDA SA2CMVDA INDEX .XA2CMVDA
Price CAD CH0180138924 SA2CMVCA SA2CMVCA INDEX .XA2CMVCA
Gross Return CAD CH0180138940 SA2CMVCB SA2CMVCB INDEX .XA2CMVCB
Gross Return EUR CH0180138353 SA2CMVGR .XA2CMVGR
Net Return EUR CH0180138197 SA2CMVR .SXA2CMVR
Price EUR CH0180138031 SA2CMVP .SXA2CMVP
Gross Return USD CH0180138833 SA2CMVGV .XA2CMVGV
Price USD CH0180138510 SA2CMVL .SXA2CMVL
Net Return USD CH0180138676 SA2CMVV .SXA2CMVV

Quick Facts

Weighting Optimization
Cap Factor 4.5% / 8% / 35%
No. of components Variable
Review frequency Quarterly (Mar., Jun., Sep., Dec.)
To learn more about the inception date, the currency, the calculation hours and historical values, please see our data vendor code sheet.

CONTACT DETAILS

  • STOXX customer support
  • P +41 43 430 7272
  • customersupport@stoxx.com
  • https://qontigo.com/support/

DISCLAIMER

STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group and their licensors, research partners or data providers do not make any warranties or representations, express or implied, with respect to the timeliness, sequence, accuracy, completeness, currentness, merchantability, quality or fitness for any particular purpose of its index data and exclude any liability in connection therewith. STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group and their licensors, research partners or data providers are not providing investment advice through the publication of indices or in connection therewith. In particular, the inclusion of a company in an index, its weighting, or the exclusion of a company from an index, does not in any way reflect an opinion of STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group or their licensors, research partners or data providers on the merits of that company. Financial instruments based on the STOXX indices, DAX indices or on any other indices supported by STOXX are in no way sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group or their licensors, research partners or data providers.

BACKTESTED PERFORMANCE

This document contains index performance data based on backtesting, i.e. calculations of how the index might have performed prior to launch if it had existed using the same index methodology and based on historical constituents. Backtested performance information is purely hypothetical and is provided in this document solely for information purposes. Backtested performance does not represent actual performance and should not be interpreted as an indication of actual performance.

CUSTOMIZATION

The index can be used as a basis for the definition of STOXX Customized Indices, which can be tailored to specific client or mandate needs. STOXX offers a wide range of customization, in terms of component selection, weighting schemes and personalized calculation methodologies.

STRATEGY INDICES

STOXX Canada 240 Minimum Variance

Top 10 Components4

Company Supersector Country Weight
Great-West Lifeco Inc. Insurance Canada 5.526%
Thomson Reuters Corp. Financial Services Canada 5.359%
INTACT FINANCIAL Insurance Canada 5.303%
Sun Life Financial Inc. Insurance Canada 5.206%
BCE Inc. Telecommunications Canada 4.842%
STANTEC Construction and Materials Canada 4.345%
Metro Inc. Cl A Personal Care, Drug and Grocery Stores Canada 4.026%
PEMBINA PIPELINE CORP Energy Canada 3.693%
DESCARTES SYSTEMS GROUP Technology Canada 3.363%
ALIMENTATION CCH.TARD Retail Canada 3.326%

3Net dividend yield is calculated as net return index return minus price index return

4Based on the composition as of March 29, 2024

CONTACT DETAILS

  • STOXX customer support
  • P +41 43 430 7272
  • customersupport@stoxx.com
  • https://stoxx.com/support/

DISCLAIMER

STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group and their licensors, research partners or data providers do not make any warranties or representations, express or implied, with respect to the timeliness, sequence, accuracy, completeness, currentness, merchantability, quality or fitness for any particular purpose of its index data and exclude any liability in connection therewith. STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group and their licensors, research partners or data providers are not providing investment advice through the publication of indices or in connection therewith. In particular, the inclusion of a company in an index, its weighting, or the exclusion of a company from an index, does not in any way reflect an opinion of STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group or their licensors, research partners or data providers on the merits of that company. Financial instruments based on the STOXX indices, DAX indices or on any other indices supported by STOXX are in no way sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by STOXX, Deutsche Börse Group or their licensors, research partners or data providers.

BACKTESTED PERFORMANCE

This document contains index performance data based on backtesting, i.e. calculations of how the index might have performed prior to launch if it had existed using the same index methodology and based on historical constituents. Backtested performance information is purely hypothetical and is provided in this document solely for information purposes. Backtested performance does not represent actual performance and should not be interpreted as an indication of actual performance.

CUSTOMIZATION

The index can be used as a basis for the definition of STOXX Customized Indices, which can be tailored to specific client or mandate needs. STOXX offers a wide range of customization, in terms of component selection, weighting schemes and personalized calculation methodologies.