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Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG)
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11/05/2025: 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 76.42% | Avg. Invested days 96 | 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 11/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
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 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares
ETF Overview
Overview
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 represents the growth companies of the S&P 500. It primarily invests in large-cap U.S. growth stocks, focusing on companies with high growth characteristics based on factors like sales growth, earnings change to price, and momentum. The fund uses a passive investment strategy.
Reputation and Reliability
Vanguard is a highly reputable and reliable issuer, known for its low-cost investment options and strong track record.
Management Expertise
Vanguard has extensive experience and expertise in managing index funds and ETFs, with a large team of experienced investment professionals.
Investment Objective
Goal
To track the investment results of the S&P 500 Growth Index.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: The ETF employs a passive management strategy designed to track the performance of the S&P 500 Growth Index by investing in the stocks that make up the Index.
Composition The ETF holds a diversified portfolio of large-cap U.S. growth stocks from various sectors within the S&P 500.
Market Position
Market Share: VOOG holds a notable market share within the large-cap growth ETF category.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 6350000000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- IVW
- SPYG
- IWF
Competitive Landscape
The large-cap growth ETF market is highly competitive, with several prominent players. VOOG benefits from Vanguard's brand recognition and low expense ratio. While VOOG is competitively priced, other ETFs may have different tracking errors. Competitors differentiate through sector exposures or alternative weighting methodologies.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies depending on the time period and market conditions and can be found in the fund prospectus and related materials.
Benchmark Comparison: The ETF's performance closely mirrors that of the S&P 500 Growth Index, with slight variations due to expenses and tracking error.
Expense Ratio: 0.1
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The ETF typically exhibits a high average daily trading volume, enhancing its liquidity for investors.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread is generally tight, reflecting the ETF's high liquidity and trading activity.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic growth, interest rate policies, technological advancements, and consumer sentiment can influence the performance of VOOG.
Growth Trajectory
VOOG's growth trajectory is tied to the performance of the S&P 500 Growth Index, reflecting overall market conditions and the performance of its constituent growth stocks.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
VOOG benefits from Vanguard's established reputation, low expense ratio, and efficient tracking of the S&P 500 Growth Index. Its large asset base allows for greater liquidity and trading efficiency. The fund's passive management strategy and broad diversification reduce idiosyncratic risk. This makes it appealing to cost-conscious investors seeking exposure to U.S. growth stocks.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
VOOG is subject to market volatility and may experience greater price swings than the broader market due to its focus on growth stocks.
Market Risk
Market risk is inherent to the ETF as it is exposed to the overall performance of the stock market, particularly the large-cap growth segment.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is someone seeking exposure to U.S. large-cap growth stocks with a long-term investment horizon.
Market Risk
VOOG is most suitable for long-term investors and passive index followers who are comfortable with the risks associated with growth stocks and market fluctuations.
Summary
VOOG offers cost-effective exposure to U.S. large-cap growth stocks by tracking the S&P 500 Growth Index. Backed by Vanguard's reputation and low expense ratio, it provides diversification across growth companies. Investors should be aware of the market risks and volatility associated with growth stocks. Suitable for long-term investors seeking growth potential, the ETF offers access to a broad basket of established and emerging companies within the S&P 500 Growth Index.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Vanguard.com
- Morningstar.com
- etf.com
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investment decisions should be made in consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
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 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.
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