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Vanguard Mega Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (MGC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: MGC (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 54.98% | Avg. Invested days 80 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | ETF Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.99 | 52 Weeks Range 173.32 - 224.72 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 173.32 - 224.72 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vanguard Mega Cap Index Fund ETF Shares
ETF Overview
Overview
The Vanguard Mega Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (MGC) seeks to track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mega-capitalization stocks. It focuses on providing broad exposure to the largest U.S. companies and utilizes a passive management investment strategy.
Reputation and Reliability
Vanguard is highly regarded for its low-cost ETFs and commitment to investor-focused strategies.
Management Expertise
Vanguard has extensive experience in managing index funds and ETFs, with a team dedicated to efficient tracking of target indices.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the performance of a benchmark index that measures the investment return of mega-capitalization stocks.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF aims to replicate the performance of the CRSP US Mega Cap Index.
Composition The ETF primarily holds stocks of mega-cap U.S. companies. The composition reflects the holdings of the underlying index.
Market Position
Market Share: MGC holds a significant share within the mega-cap ETF segment.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 17190000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- SPDR Portfolio S&P 100 ETF (OEF)
- iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV)
- Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ)
Competitive Landscape
The mega-cap ETF market is competitive, with multiple ETFs offering similar exposure. MGC benefits from Vanguard's low-cost structure but faces competition from larger, more liquid ETFs. OEF has more concentrated holdings, while IVV is broader. MGC provides targeted exposure to only the mega caps.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance data requires accessing specific sources. Data unavailable at the time of generation.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance typically tracks the CRSP US Mega Cap Index closely.
Expense Ratio: 0.04
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
MGC has a relatively high average trading volume, facilitating easy buying and selling of shares.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, indicating efficient trading and lower transaction costs.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth, interest rates, and overall market sentiment influence the performance of mega-cap stocks within MGC.
Growth Trajectory
The growth trajectory mirrors the performance and trends of the largest U.S. companies. Changes reflect market capitalization shifts.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
MGCu2019s low expense ratio provides a cost advantage compared to some competitors. Its focus on the CRSP US Mega Cap Index ensures broad exposure to the largest U.S. companies. Vanguard's reputation for low-cost investing contributes to its appeal. This combination makes it a suitable option for investors seeking efficient mega-cap exposure. The lack of active management keeps costs down.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is generally consistent with the broader mega-cap market.
Market Risk
MGC is subject to market risk, including economic downturns, sector-specific challenges, and geopolitical events impacting large-cap companies.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
MGC is suitable for investors seeking broad exposure to mega-cap stocks for long-term capital appreciation.
Market Risk
MGC is best for long-term investors and passive index followers. Active traders may prefer ETFs with higher trading volume, although MGC's volume is still good.
Summary
Vanguard Mega Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (MGC) offers low-cost exposure to the largest U.S. companies. It tracks the CRSP US Mega Cap Index and is suitable for long-term investors seeking passive index returns. The fund benefits from Vanguard's reputation and low expense ratio. It's subject to market risk inherent in mega-cap stocks, but its broad diversification helps mitigate some company-specific risk. Overall, MGC is a solid choice for investors looking to efficiently access mega-cap equity performance.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Vanguard.com
- Morningstar.com
- etf.com
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions can change rapidly, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Vanguard Mega Cap Index Fund ETF Shares
Exchange NYSE ARCA | Headquaters - | ||
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Sector - | Industry - | Full time employees - | Website |
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The fund employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the index. The index is a float-adjusted, market-capitalization-weighted index designed to measure equity market performance of mega-capitalization stocks in the U.S. The Advisor attempts to replicate the target index by investing all, or substantially all, of its assets in the stocks that make up the index, holding each stock in approximately the same proportion as its weighting in the index.
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