For investors seeking momentum, Market Vectors Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT) is probably on radar now. The fund just hit a 52-week high, and is up 26.5% from its 52-week low price of $25.96/share. But are more gains in store for this ETF? Let’s take a quick look at the fund and the near-term outlook on it to get a better idea on where it might be headed: MOAT in Focus This fund provides exposure to the most attractively valued securities having sustainable competitive advantage. It holds 21 securities in its basket with key holdings in healthcare and financials. The product charges 49 bps in annual fees from investors (see: all the Total U.S. Marker ETFs here). Why the Move? This corner of the broad investing world has been an area to watch lately given the bouts of volatility arising from weak corporate earnings. This is especially true as moat stocks offer solid returns while ensuring safety of income. These wide moat companies not only warrant rapid growth but also preserve value via returns on invested capital over the long term. These companies are well positioned with huge liquid cash and a strong balance sheet, making it difficult for their rivals to outdo the companies with wide moats. More Gains Ahead? It seems that MOAT might remain strong given a high weighted alpha of 9.59% and a mediocre 20-day volatility of 15.03%. As a result, there is definitely still some promise for investors who want to ride on this surging ETF a little further. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report >>Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report MKT VEC-WIDE MT (MOAT): ETF Research Reports To read this article on Zacks.com click here. Zacks Investment Research Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report