Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG)
| Assets | $156.85B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.04% |
| PE Ratio | 39.66 |
| Shares Out | 970.78M |
| Dividend (ttm) | $1.91 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.46% |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 23, 2024 |
| Payout Ratio | 18.24% |
| 1-Year Return | +33.15% |
| Volume | 1,678,821 |
| Open | 417.16 |
| Previous Close | 410.50 |
| Day's Range | 414.12 - 417.65 |
| 52-Week Low | 315.74 |
| 52-Week High | 428.69 |
| Beta | 1.12 |
| Holdings | 182 |
| Inception Date | Jan 26, 2004 |
About VUG
Fund Home PageThe Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the CRSP US Large Growth index. The fund tracks an index of large-cap stocks in the US. Holdings are selected and weighed based on growth factors. VUG was launched on Jan 26, 2004 and is issued by Vanguard.
Top 10 Holdings
60.99% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 13.38% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 11.08% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 11.05% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 7.34% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 4.52% |
| Tesla, Inc. | TSLA | 3.90% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 3.02% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOG | 2.44% |
| Eli Lilly and Company | LLY | 2.34% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 1.92% |
Dividends
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.5344 | Dec 26, 2024 |
| Sep 26, 2024 | $0.4546 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Jun 27, 2024 | $0.456 | Jul 1, 2024 |
| Mar 21, 2024 | $0.4676 | Mar 26, 2024 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | $0.5847 | Dec 27, 2023 |
| Sep 21, 2023 | $0.3759 | Sep 26, 2023 |
News
VUG ETF: Probably Time To Shed Some Weight (Rating Downgrade)
Large-cap U.S. growth stocks and VUG ETF illustrated robust performance in 2024, but a changing yield curve and altered financial market conditions warrant a reassessment of the ETF's prospects. Our p...
3 Reasons Why VUG Could Disappoint In 2025
VUG invests in large-cap growth stocks, with an expense ratio of 0.04% and a competitive Sharpe ratio compared to its peers. VUG's composition is similar to the Nasdaq 100, with a high exposure to tec...
VUG: Mag 7, Still Room To Run
The Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF is rated a buy due to its strong performance, high profitability, and significant exposure to the Mag 7 tech giants. VUG has outpaced the S&P 500 by over 11% in the ...
Here are the big trades that flat-footed ETF investors missed in 2024. What's next.
Here's a look at the big trades ETF investors missed out on in the past year and what that might mean for 2025.
VUG: This Tech-Heavy Fund Is A Sell
The Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF is rated a sell due to its lack of diversification and overvaluation in the tech sector. VUG has outperformed the S&P 500 but underperformed the Nasdaq, primarily du...
VUG: Why I Favor Cyclicals, Not The Mag 7, Into Year-End
I have a hold rating on VUG due to its valuation and slowing EPS growth among mega-cap tech stocks. Despite a high 17.5% long-term EPS growth rate, VUG's PEG ratio of 1.8x is a bit elevated, making it...
Value stocks outperform this quarter as growth equities struggle in ‘downtrend'
Value stocks in the U.S. are beating growth equities lately, with outperformance that seems set to continue based on technical analysis, according to Sevens Report Research.
Yen carry trade creating opportunity in growth names, says New Age Wealth's Todd Gordon
Todd Gordon, New Age Wealth Advisors founder, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the carry trade.
VUG: Backing A Growth Factor Tilt
A bullish steepening of the yield curve looks set to occur, especially if real economic variables are considered. Regression analysis shows that growth factors provide excellent returns during bullish...
ETF chart of the week: Vanguard Growth (VUG) outlook as inflows rise
The Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG) stock price has retreated sharply in the past few weeks as concerns about earnings and valuations continued. It slumped to a low of $355.6 on Thursday, down by 9.37% from...
This Vanguard ETF Is Tanking. It's Big Tech's Fault.
The Magnificent Seven didn't live up their name Wednesday. Tesla and Alphabet tumbled.
VUG: Strong Focus On Tech Raises Concerns
VUG heavily focused on the tech sector, with top holdings in companies like Nvidia and Microsoft driving exceptional performance in 2024. Outperforming DOW and S&P 500, VUG's top 10 holdings show conc...
VUG: Jump Into The Bull Run As More Upside Is Ahead
Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF shares performed exceptionally in first half of 2024 driven by tech and AI mania. Improving macroeconomic conditions, strong corporate earnings, and a robust AI outlook ...
VUG: Way Too Risky Here
Large-cap growth is in a concentration bubble, with select stocks driving averages. Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF Shares offers exposure to nearly 200 large-cap US growth stocks with a low expense ra...
Tech: Big inflows with one exception
Nathan Geraci, The ETF Store President, joins CNBC's Bob Pisani on ETF Edge to discuss the big inflows into tech.
VUG: The Explosive Potential Hidden In Money Market Funds
The article discusses the potential for continued momentum in growth stocks and why VUG is an excellent low cost choice for that exposure. There is currently $6 trillion still sitting in U.S. money ma...
FGRO: This Growth ETF Will Get A New Name And Ticker Next Week
Fidelity Growth Opportunities ETF is an actively managed fund with limited information about its strategy and portfolio.
VUG: Growth Investing Likely To Thrive In 2024's Bullish Market
The bull trend in the US stock market is likely to continue into 2024, with indicators suggesting a positive outlook. Strong fundamentals, including consumer spending, job market growth, and earnings ...
VUG: Slight Underperformance And Overvaluation Compared To Growth ETF Peers
VUG provides a low-cost method to capture growth stocks, but there are other funds that may outperform in the future due to the current mix of holdings.
Growth Themed ETFs Started The Year Strong
The market continues to be driven by mega cap stocks, notes Aniket Ullal. He discusses ETF trends for 2024.
VUG: I See Large-Cap Growth Easing A Bit To Start The New Year (Rating Downgrade)
The article evaluates the Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG) as an investment option in the current macro-climate. While growth has been a big winner in 2022, I see reasons for caution as we enter the new year...
VUG: Recent Months Have Shown Very Limited Upside For 2024
After yet another strong year for growth stocks, Vanguard Growth Index Fund ETF Shares is unlikely to deliver satisfactory returns in 2024. Current price levels are already built on the assumption tha...