Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF (VO)

NYSEARCA: VO · Real-Time Price · USD
289.77
+2.33 (0.81%)
Jul 25, 2025, 4:00 PM - Market closed
0.81%
Assets$86.70B
Expense Ratio0.04%
PE Ratio21.50
Shares Out991.97M
Dividend (ttm)$4.28
Dividend Yield1.48%
Ex-Dividend DateJun 30, 2025
Payout FrequencyQuarterly
Payout Ratio31.74%
Volume412,542
Open288.20
Previous Close287.44
Day's Range287.40 - 289.84
52-Week Low223.65
52-Week High289.82
Beta1.03
Holdings309
Inception DateJan 26, 2004

The Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF (VO) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the CRSP US Mid Cap index. The fund tracks a market cap-weighted index of mid-cap stocks in the US. VO was launched on Jan 26, 2004 and is issued by Vanguard.

Asset Class Equity
Category Mid-Cap Blend
Region North America
Stock Exchange NYSEARCA
Ticker Symbol VO
ETF Provider Vanguard
Index Tracked CRSP US Mid Cap

Top 10 Holdings

9.03% of assets
NameSymbolWeight
Amphenol CorporationAPH1.29%
Constellation Energy CorporationCEG1.14%
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.AJG1.05%
TransDigm Group IncorporatedTDG0.93%
Motorola Solutions, Inc.MSI0.82%
Howmet Aerospace Inc.HWM0.82%
DoorDash, Inc.DASH0.81%
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.RCL0.74%
CRH plcCRH0.73%
Newmont CorporationNEM0.70%
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Dividends

Ex-DividendAmountPay Date
Jun 30, 2025$1.0714Jul 2, 2025
Mar 27, 2025$1.1671Mar 31, 2025
Dec 23, 2024$1.0928Dec 26, 2024
Sep 26, 2024$0.9474Sep 30, 2024
Jun 27, 2024$0.9288Jul 1, 2024
Mar 21, 2024$0.9735Mar 26, 2024
Full Dividend History

Performance

VO had a total return of 19.78% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.19%.

News

U.S. Midcap ETFs: ‘Sweet Spot' of Opportunity

We've been marveling at the performance of U.S. large-cap stocks since that early April low. We've also been tracking whether small-caps are finally going to keep up pace with their larger counterpart...

7 days ago - ETF Trends

VO: Mid-Caps Are Overpriced And Its Not Close

Markets are dangerously overvalued, with the S&P 500 and mid-caps like VO trading at historically high multiples, increasing downside risk. VO offers strong diversification and profitability among its...

6 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: A Solid Mid-Cap Contender For Lofty Risk Adjusted Returns

Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (VO) is recommended with a buy rating due to its diversified portfolio, low expense ratio, and solid price momentum. VO's portfolio, tracking the CRSP US Mid Cap...

5 months ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Mid-Caps Still Look Good, But Watching Valuation Trends

I reiterate a buy rating on the Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares due to its decent momentum and attractive valuations. VO has outperformed the S&P 500 since mid-2024, returning almost 14% compar...

5 months ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Primed For Success

Mid-caps have historically outperformed small and large caps, with Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF being a prime investment due to its strong diversification and low expense ratio. VO is well-position...

8 months ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Mid All Over

Vanguard Mid-Cap Index ETF's low expense ratio and solid performance make it a leading mid-cap fund. VO has shown recent outperformance, but historically lags behind the S&P 500 and mega caps. Poor ri...

11 months ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Mid-Caps Looking Good In H2, Weighing The Valuation And Technicals

Stocks put in a strong first half, but gains were concentrated among the megacaps. Large-cap growth outperformed in the first half, with ETFs returning over 20%. Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Mid-Caps Look Better Than Large-Caps, And So Does This Fund

Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares is a good investment option for the next phase of the market cycle, offering more resilience than small-caps. The VO ETF is a passively managed fund with a low e...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

Vanguard Has 17 Small And Mid-Cap ETFs. Which Are Best Right Now?

With so many small and mid-cap ETFs out there, which might be the best to own right now. I'll restrict this analysis to Vanguard ETFs which seem to have a reasonable exchange policy and which offers a...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

You'd Be Surprised Which Four Vanguard ETFs Have Consistently Beaten Their Category Averages

Most investors have never heard of so-called "factor funds" but four of five such Vanguard factor funds have outperformed Vanguard ETFs of similar composition. Factor funds focus on portfolios that ha...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: A Bit Overvalued Compared To Other Peer Mid-Cap ETFs

Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF warrants a hold rating due to a mixed outlook including a high valuation and mediocre growth of its top holding. Mid-cap ETFs offer diversification and stability compar...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

VO Is Trading At A Discount, But Downside Risk Remains

Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF is currently undervalued and attractive, with a strong growth outlook. VO's fund price has been in a downward trajectory and is re-testing its October 2022 trough. A possible rece...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Turning Bullish US Mid-Caps - Better Valuations, Bullish Seasonals

Stocks outside the US megacap Magnificent Seven have negative alpha this year. US mid-caps have historically provided the best long-term returns. The Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares is underval...

1 year ago - Seeking Alpha

With Inflation Still High, These ETFs Will Likely Disappoint This Year

Inflation above 2% has a negative impact on stock prices; the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF has averaged poor performance during such years. Various sub-sectors of the stock market and sectors of th...

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2 years ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Decent Performance, But Better Options Are Available

Equities, particularly large cap technology companies, have outperformed other asset classes despite rising interest rates and slowing economic growth. The Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares offer...

2 years ago - Seeking Alpha

I Don't Always Buy ETF - But When I Do, I Prefer Vanguard

While past performance may not continue, Mid-Caps have mostly outperformed over 20 years. And that includes any rolling 10-year period in the same time span.

2 years ago - Seeking Alpha

IJH Vs. VO: Battle Of The Mid-Cap ETFs

IJH and VO track different versions of the U.S. mid-cap market. Expense ratios are just 0.04% and 0.05%, and the two have a combined $212 billion in assets under management. The two have significantly...

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2 years ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Examining The Mid-Cap Potential

Vanguard Mid Cap ETF is one of the popular investment vehicles for gaining exposure to mid-caps. VO charges a very low 0.04% expense ratio and currently pays a 1.40% dividend yield.

3 years ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: Don't Rush, It Will Eventually Get Cheaper

Since my previous article, VO has lost ~16% and provided similar returns compared to the S&P 500. While my fears related to the negative price action have materialized, I believe we're nowhere near a ...

3 years ago - Seeking Alpha

Vanguard Mid Cap ETF: The Middle Risk/Reward Proposition

Mid-cap stocks typically have established business models and can demonstrate strong growth because the law-of-large numbers has yet to kick in. That being the case, a high-quality, well-diversified, ...

3 years ago - Seeking Alpha

Mid-Cap Stocks Rebound to Start Second Quarter

Mid-cap stocks have been performing well, partly due to favorable governmental policies, strong valuations, and broader economic recovery.

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3 years ago - Investopedia

VO + VB Vs. VXF: Picking The Better ETF Strategy

VO is the Vanguard Mid Cap ETF, which holds stocks below the Large-Cap US stocks and many investors equate it with the S&P 500 Index.

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3 years ago - Seeking Alpha

VO Is A High-Quality Mid-Cap ETF

VO provides exposure to a diversified basket of US mid-cap stocks. This ETF is very well diversified, both across sectors and issuers.

3 years ago - Seeking Alpha

VO: A Short-Term Trade And A Long-Term Investment

The Vanguard Mid Cap ETF's chart suggests that, without accounting for disruptions, the ETF delivers an annual price growth of 25%, so long it is held for the long term.

4 years ago - Seeking Alpha

Tradeweb Exchange-Traded Funds Update - August 2021

Trading activity on the Tradeweb European-listed ETF marketplace amounted to EUR 29.4 billion in August, while the proportion of transactions completed via Tradeweb's Automated Intelligent Execution (...

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4 years ago - Seeking Alpha