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Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG)

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Profit since last BUY18.46%
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08/29/2025: VOOG (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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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 63.75%
Avg. Invested days 87
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Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 1.07
52 Weeks Range 285.64 - 395.65
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 285.64 - 395.65
Updated Date 06/30/2025

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Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares

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ETF Overview

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The Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG) seeks to track the investment results of the S&P 500 Growth Index, which measures the performance of the large-capitalization growth sector of the U.S. equity market. The fund offers exposure to U.S. growth stocks, focusing on companies exhibiting strong growth characteristics, such as earnings and sales.

reliability logo Reputation and Reliability

Vanguard is a highly reputable and reliable issuer known for its low-cost, index-tracking ETFs. They have a long track record of providing investors with efficient and well-managed investment products.

reliability logo Management Expertise

Vanguard's management team possesses extensive experience in index fund management, employing a disciplined approach to track the target index effectively.

Investment Objective

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The primary investment goal is to closely track the performance of the S&P 500 Growth Index.

Investment Approach and Strategy

Strategy: The ETF employs a passive management strategy, seeking to replicate the S&P 500 Growth Index by investing in its constituent stocks.

Composition The ETF holds stocks of large-cap U.S. companies exhibiting growth characteristics.

Market Position

Market Share: VOOG's market share is considerable within the S&P 500 growth ETF category.

Total Net Assets (AUM): 10820000000

Competitors

overview logo Key Competitors

  • IVW
  • SPYG
  • IWF

Competitive Landscape

The S&P 500 Growth ETF space is competitive. VOOG's low expense ratio is a significant advantage. IVW and SPYG offer similar exposure, while IWF tracks the Russell 1000 Growth Index and includes mid-cap stocks.

Financial Performance

Historical Performance: The ETF's historical performance closely mirrors that of the S&P 500 Growth Index, reflecting the growth stock market segment.

Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance effectively tracks the S&P 500 Growth Index, with minor deviations due to expenses and tracking error.

Expense Ratio: 0.04

Liquidity

Average Trading Volume

VOOG exhibits high liquidity, as evidenced by its robust average daily trading volume.

Bid-Ask Spread

The bid-ask spread is generally tight, indicating efficient trading conditions.

Market Dynamics

Market Environment Factors

VOOG's performance is sensitive to economic growth, interest rates, and investor sentiment towards growth stocks. Technology sector performance also significantly impacts VOOG.

Growth Trajectory

VOOG's growth follows the growth of the S&P 500 Growth Index; strategy is unlikely to change significantly as it is a passive index fund.

Moat and Competitive Advantages

Competitive Edge

VOOG's competitive edge lies in Vanguard's reputation for low-cost index tracking, enabling investors to access the S&P 500 Growth Index at a very low expense ratio. Its large AUM also contributes to liquidity and efficient trading. Vanguard's long-term commitment to investors and its structure as a mutually owned company further enhance its appeal. The efficiency in tracking the underlying index and minimal tracking error are also key advantages.

Risk Analysis

Volatility

VOOG exhibits higher volatility than the broader S&P 500 due to its focus on growth stocks, which tend to be more sensitive to market fluctuations.

Market Risk

Specific risks include market risk, sector concentration risk (particularly in technology), and growth stock valuation risk.

Investor Profile

Ideal Investor Profile

The ideal investor is someone seeking exposure to the growth segment of the U.S. equity market with a long-term investment horizon.

Market Risk

VOOG is suitable for long-term investors, passive index followers, and those comfortable with a higher level of volatility in pursuit of potentially higher returns.

Summary

VOOG offers low-cost access to the S&P 500 Growth Index. Its main advantage is its low expense ratio, but investors must understand the risks associated with growth stocks. Suitable for long-term investors who want to track the performance of the growth segment of the U.S. equity market, VOOG provides an efficient and liquid means of doing so. Its performance mirrors that of the underlying index with minimal tracking error.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Vanguard.com
  • Morningstar.com
  • etfdb.com

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.

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About Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares

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The advisor employs an indexing investment approach designed to track the performance of the S&P 500® Growth Index, which represents the growth companies, as determined by the index sponsor, of the S&P 500 Index. The index measures the performance of large-capitalization growth companies in the United States.