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Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) Price, Holdings, & News

$578.73
+1.56 (+0.27%)
(As of 02:53 PM ET)
Today's Range
$575.21
$579.75
50-Day Range
$479.88
$577.17
52-Week Range
$397.76
$580.15
Volume
322,988 shs
Average Volume
454,596 shs
Market Capitalization
$72.87 billion
Assets Under Management
$73.88 billion
Dividend Yield
0.50%
Net Expense Ratio
0.10%
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About Vanguard Information Technology ETF (NYSEARCA:VGT)

Vanguard Information Technology ETF seeks to track the investment performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Information Technology 25/50 Index, a benchmark of large-, mid-, and small-cap United States stocks in the information technology sector, as classified under the Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS). This GICS sector is made up of companies in three areas: technology software and services, including companies that develop software in various fields (such as the Internet, applications, systems, databases, and/or home entertainment), and companies that provide information technology consulting and services, data processing, and outsourced services; technology hardware and equipment, including manufacturers and distributors of communications equipment, computers and peripherals and electronic equipment, and semiconductors and semiconductor equipment manufacturers. The Vanguard Group, Inc. serves as advisor to the Fund through its Quantitative Equity Group.

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Fund Details

Issuer
Vanguard
Fund Name
Vanguard Information Technology ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NYSEARCA:VGT
Inception Date
1/26/2004
Fund Manager
Walter Nejman, Nick Birkett

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
MSCI US Investable Market Information Technology 25/50 Index
Category
Sector
Focus
Information Technology
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
315

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$73.88 billion
Average Daily Volume
$384,629.90
Discount/Premium
-0.18%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Advisor
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Custodian
The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation
Distributor
Vanguard Marketing Corporation
Transfer Agent
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Pundion

Options

Optionable
Optionable
Options Volume
556
Put Options
162
Call Options
394
Short Interest
194,900 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
1.41
Creation Unit
25,000
Creation Fee
$500.00
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Vanguard Information Technology ETF Expenses

TypeVGTInformation Technology ETFsEquity ETFsNYSEARCA ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.09%0.51%0.54%0.51%0.51%
Other Expenses0.01%0.21%0.50%0.59%0.54%
Total Expense0.10%0.60%0.70%0.74%0.71%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.20%-0.55%-0.69%-0.60%
Net Expense0.10%0.55%0.60%0.58%0.58%

Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) Holdings & Exposure

VGT Sector Exposure

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Key Executives

  • F. William McNabb III (Age 61)
    Chairman of the Board of Trustee, President, Chief Executive Officer
  • Thomas J. Higgins (Age 56)
    Chief Financial Officer
  • Kathryn J. Hyatt (Age 58)
    Treasurer
  • Heidi Stam (Age 57)
    Secretary
  • Emerson U. Fullwood (Age 69)
    Independent Trustees
  • Rajiv L. Gupta (Age 71)
    Independent Trustees
  • Amy Gutmann (Age 64)
    Independent Trustees
  • JoAnn H Heisen (Age 63)
    Independent Trustees
  • F. Joseph Loughrey (Age 69)
    Independent Trustees

Should I Buy Vanguard Information Technology ETF Stock? VGT Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Vanguard Information Technology ETF:

  • Recent Developments: Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) has shown strong performance in the past year, outperforming the market due to the growth in the technology sector.
  • Diversification: Investing in VGT provides exposure to a diversified portfolio of technology companies, reducing individual stock risk.
  • Growth Potential: The technology sector is known for its potential for high growth, and VGT offers investors a way to capitalize on this growth.
  • Low Expense Ratio: VGT has a low expense ratio, which means lower costs for investors compared to other similar ETFs.
  • Current Stock Price: The current stock price of VGT is at an attractive level, offering a good entry point for investors looking to benefit from the technology sector.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Vanguard Information Technology ETF for these reasons:

  • Volatility: The technology sector can be highly volatile, leading to fluctuations in the value of VGT that may not be suitable for all investors.
  • Regulatory Risks: Technology companies are often subject to regulatory scrutiny, which could impact the performance of VGT.
  • Competition: The technology sector is highly competitive, and VGT may face challenges from other ETFs or individual tech stocks.
  • Market Risk: Like all investments, VGT is subject to market risk, and economic downturns or market corrections could negatively impact its performance.
  • Sector Concentration: VGT focuses solely on the technology sector, which may lead to concentration risk if the sector underperforms.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Vanguard Information Technology ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

VGT ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have VGT shares performed in 2024?

Vanguard Information Technology ETF's stock was trading at $484.00 at the start of the year. Since then, VGT shares have increased by 19.6% and is now trading at $578.73.
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What does VGT invest in?

Vanguard Information Technology ETF is a equity fund issued by Vanguard. VGT focuses on information technology investments and follows the MSCI US Investable Market Information Technology 25/50 Index. The fund's investments total to approximately $73.88 billion assets under management.

What stocks does Vanguard Information Technology ETF hold?
What is the management fee for Vanguard Information Technology ETF?

Vanguard Information Technology ETF's management fee is 0.09% and has other expenses of 0.01%. The net expense ratio for VGT is 0.10%.

What other stocks do shareholders of Vanguard Information Technology ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Vanguard Information Technology ETF investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), AT&T (T), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Tesla (TSLA), AbbVie (ABBV), Alibaba Group (BABA), PayPal (PYPL), Home Depot (HD), Walmart (WMT) and Visa (V).

Who are Vanguard Information Technology ETF's major shareholders?

Vanguard Information Technology ETF's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include JPMorgan Chase & Co. (4.02%), Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. (0.31%), Raymond James & Associates (0.30%), Beacon Capital Management Inc. (0.27%), Janney Montgomery Scott LLC (0.19%) and Cetera Investment Advisers (0.19%).

How do I buy shares of Vanguard Information Technology ETF?

Shares of VGT stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (NYSEARCA:VGT) was last updated on 6/14/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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