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S&P 500   4,967.23
DOW   37,986.40
QQQ   414.65
How major US stock indexes fared Friday, 4/19/2024
Stock market today: Tumbling tech stocks drag Wall Street to the finish line of another losing week
American Express profits jump 34%, helped by jump in new customers, higher spending
American Express, Fifth Third rise; Netflix, PPG Industries fall, Friday, 4/19/2024
Intuitive Surgical Stock Can Trend Much Higher This Year 
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DOW   37,986.40
QQQ   414.65
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American Express profits jump 34%, helped by jump in new customers, higher spending
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NYSEARCA:VB

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB) Price, Holdings, & News

$211.41
+0.65 (+0.31%)
(As of 04/19/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$209.97
$212.50
50-Day Range
$210.29
$228.59
52-Week Range
$174.84
$229.54
Volume
758,620 shs
Average Volume
840,831 shs
Market Capitalization
$52.36 billion
Assets Under Management
$52.32 billion
Dividend Yield
1.38%
Net Expense Ratio
0.05%
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About Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:VB)

The Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB) is an exchange-traded fund that is based on the CRSP US Small Cap index. The fund tracks the CRSP US Small Cap Index. The market-cap-weighted index includes the bottom 2-15% of the investable universe. VB was launched on Jan 26, 2004 and is managed by Vanguard.

VB Stock Price History

VB ETF News Headlines

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Tiny Biotech Stock Wins $75 Billion Patent
A little-known biotech has been quietly working on revolutionary treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. Most people have never heard of them... but those in the know have been taking notice. Jeff Bezos cut them a check for $130 million. Fidelity Biosciences for a further $217 million. They've even had several collaborative partnerships with much larger companies like Biogen, Sanofi, and Takeda.
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Fund Details

Issuer
Vanguard
Fund Name
Vanguard Small-Cap ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NYSEARCA:VB
Inception Date
1/26/2004
Fund Manager
William Coleman, Gerard C. OReilly

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
CRSP US Small Cap Index
Category
Size and Style
Focus
Small Cap
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
1412

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$52.32 billion
Average Daily Volume
$687,358.60
Discount/Premium
-0.04%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Advisor
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Custodian
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Distributor
Vanguard Marketing Corporation
Transfer Agent
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Latour Trading

Options

Optionable
Optionable
Options Volume
66
Put Options
57
Call Options
9
Short Interest
738,200 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
1.18
Creation Unit
25,000
Creation Fee
$1,000.00
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Vanguard Small-Cap ETF Expenses

TypeVBSmall Cap ETFsEquity ETFsNYSEARCA ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.04%0.45%0.54%0.50%0.51%
Other Expenses0.01%0.22%0.54%0.64%0.58%
Total Expense0.05%0.52%0.70%0.74%0.70%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.22%-0.55%-0.68%-0.57%
Net Expense0.05%0.48%0.60%0.58%0.58%

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB) Holdings & Exposure

VB Sector Exposure

VB Industry Exposure

Should I Buy Vanguard Small-Cap ETF Stock? VB Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Vanguard Small-Cap ETF:

  • The Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB) provides broad exposure to the Small Cap Blend segment of the US equity market, allowing for diversification across small-cap stocks.
  • Being passively managed, VB has lower expense ratios compared to actively managed funds, potentially leading to higher returns for investors.
  • Investing in small-cap stocks can offer higher growth potential compared to large-cap stocks, making VB suitable for investors seeking capital appreciation.
  • VB tracks the CRSP US Small Cap Index, which includes the bottom 2-15% of the investable universe, providing exposure to smaller companies with growth potential.
  • Recent market trends indicate a positive outlook for small-cap stocks, and VB could benefit from this momentum.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Vanguard Small-Cap ETF for these reasons:

  • Small-cap stocks are generally more volatile than large-cap stocks, which could lead to higher risk and potential losses for investors.
  • During economic downturns, small-cap stocks may underperform large-cap stocks, impacting the overall performance of VB.
  • Investors should consider the current stock price of VB and evaluate whether it aligns with their investment goals and risk tolerance.
  • Market liquidity for small-cap stocks can be lower, potentially leading to wider bid-ask spreads and higher trading costs for investors.
  • Investors should closely monitor the performance of VB against its benchmark index and assess whether it continues to meet their investment objectives.
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 Small-Cap ETF pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

VB ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have VB shares performed in 2024?

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF's stock was trading at $213.33 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, VB stock has decreased by 0.9% and is now trading at $211.37.
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What does VB invest in?

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF is a equity fund issued by Vanguard. VB focuses on small cap investments and follows the CRSP US Small Cap Index. The fund's investments total to approximately $52.32 billion assets under management.

What stocks does Vanguard Small-Cap ETF hold?
What is the management fee for Vanguard Small-Cap ETF?

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF's management fee is 0.04% and has other expenses of 0.01%. The net expense ratio for VB is 0.05%.

What other stocks do shareholders of Vanguard Small-Cap ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Vanguard Small-Cap ETF investors own include AT&T (T), Home Depot (HD), Intel (INTC), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Pfizer (PFE), Visa (V), Verizon Communications (VZ), Coca-Cola (KO), Mastercard (MA) and Procter & Gamble (PG).

Who are Vanguard Small-Cap ETF's major shareholders?

Vanguard Small-Cap ETF's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Heartwood Wealth Advisors LLC (0.15%), Miracle Mile Advisors LLC (0.10%), Ellenbecker Investment Group (0.11%), Marcum Wealth LLC (0.10%), Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services LLC (0.07%) and Trust Co. of Virginia VA (0.07%).

How do I buy shares of Vanguard Small-Cap ETF?

Shares of VB 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:VB) was last updated on 4/19/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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