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NYSEARCA:VGT

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

$505.19
+0.30 (+0.06%)
(As of 04:00 PM ET)
Today's Range
$503.22
$508.40
50-Day Range
$498.70
$530.30
52-Week Range
$368.39
$536.63
Volume
557,563 shs
Average Volume
478,414 shs
Market Capitalization
$63.61 billion
Assets Under Management
$63.56 billion
Dividend Yield
0.58%
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.

VGT Stock Price History

VGT ETF News Headlines

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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
317

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$66.05 billion
Average Daily Volume
$374,277.30
Discount/Premium
-0.55%

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
194
Put Options
82
Call Options
112
Short Interest
249,000 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
1.37
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%0.50%0.54%0.50%0.51%
Other Expenses0.01%0.29%0.54%0.64%0.58%
Total Expense0.10%0.62%0.70%0.74%0.70%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.48%-0.55%-0.68%-0.57%
Net Expense0.10%0.55%0.60%0.57%0.58%

Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) Holdings & Exposure

VGT Sector Exposure

VGT Industry Exposure

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:

  • Strong Performance: Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) has shown consistent strong performance in the technology sector, outperforming many other ETFs in recent periods.
  • Diversification: Investing in VGT provides investors with exposure to a diversified portfolio of technology companies, reducing individual stock risk.
  • Growth Potential: The technology sector is known for its growth potential, and VGT offers investors the opportunity to capitalize on this growth.
  • Low Expense Ratio: VGT has a low expense ratio, making it a cost-effective option for investors looking to invest in the technology sector.
  • Current Stock Price: The current stock price of VGT is attractive, presenting a potentially good entry point for investors seeking exposure to the technology sector.

Cons

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

  • Market Volatility: The technology sector can be volatile, and investing in VGT exposes investors to this volatility, which may not be suitable for all risk profiles.
  • Regulatory Risks: Regulatory changes and scrutiny in the technology sector could impact the performance of VGT and its underlying holdings.
  • Competition: The technology sector is highly competitive, and VGT faces competition from other technology-focused ETFs that may offer different investment strategies.
  • Interest Rate Sensitivity: Technology stocks can be sensitive to changes in interest rates, and rising rates could negatively impact the performance of VGT.
  • Sector Concentration Risk: VGT is heavily concentrated in the technology sector, which may lead to increased 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 Wednesday, April 10, 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 beginning of 2024. Since then, VGT stock has increased by 4.7% and is now trading at $506.66.
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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 $63.56 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 a variety of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Beacon Capital Management Inc. (0.27%), Annex Advisory Services LLC (0.16%), Folger Nolan Fleming Douglas Capital Management Inc. (0.16%), Compass Financial Group INC SD (0.08%), Marotta Asset Management (0.05%) and Park National Corp OH (0.05%).

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 4/16/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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