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NYSEARCA:VGT

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

$525.12
+1.28 (+0.24%)
(As of 03/27/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$520.51
$527.25
50-Day Range
$479.75
$530.30
52-Week Range
$364.88
$536.63
Volume
337,422 shs
Average Volume
493,166 shs
Market Capitalization
$62.72 billion
Assets Under Management
$65.66 billion
Dividend Yield
0.55%
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
317

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$65.66 billion
Average Daily Volume
$396,058.80
Discount/Premium
0.90%

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
114
Put Options
82
Call Options
32
Short Interest
258,500 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
1.16
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%0.50%0.51%
Other Expenses0.01%0.29%0.54%0.64%0.58%
Total Expense0.10%0.63%0.70%0.74%0.70%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.48%-0.54%-0.69%-0.56%
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

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Vanguard Information Technology ETF was last updated on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 10:52 AM.

Pros

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

  • The Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) has shown consistent growth in the past year, outperforming many other technology-focused ETFs.
  • Investing in VGT provides diversification across a range of technology companies, reducing individual stock risk.
  • Recent advancements in technology sectors, such as cloud computing and artificial intelligence, are driving the growth of companies within VGT's portfolio.
  • VGT offers exposure to leading tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon, which have demonstrated resilience and innovation in the face of market challenges.
  • With the current stock price of VGT at a competitive level, investors have the opportunity to enter the market at a favorable valuation.

Cons

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

  • The technology sector is known for its volatility, and investing in VGT exposes investors to market fluctuations that can be more pronounced compared to other sectors.
  • Regulatory challenges and antitrust concerns surrounding major tech companies in VGT's portfolio could impact the fund's performance negatively.
  • In the event of a broader market downturn, technology stocks, including those in VGT, may experience significant declines due to their high valuation multiples.
  • Competition within the technology industry is fierce, and disruptive innovations could quickly change the competitive landscape, affecting the performance of VGT.
  • Investors need to closely monitor macroeconomic factors like interest rates and global trade policies, as they can influence the performance of technology stocks held by VGT.

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 8.5% and is now trading at $525.12.
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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 $65.66 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 investors include UBS Group AG (1.48%), International Assets Investment Management LLC (1.20%), Wells Fargo & Company MN (1.13%), Fisher Asset Management LLC (0.61%), Fisher Asset Management LLC (0.61%) and Royal Bank of Canada (0.57%).

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 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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