Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT)
VGT, or the Vanguard Information Technology ETF, is a passively managed exchange-traded fund that aims to replicate the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Information Technology 25/50 Index. This index is a benchmark for the U.S. information technology sector, comprising companies that develop and market technology products and services. By investing in VGT, investors can gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of information technology stocks. The fund was launched on January 26, 2004, and is managed by Vanguard, one of the world's largest investment management companies. It has an expense ratio of 0.10%, which is considered very low compared to other ETFs and mutual funds, making VGT a popular choice for investors looking for low-cost exposure to the U.S. information technology sector.
ETF Info
| ISIN | US92204A7028 |
|---|---|
| CUSIP | 92204A702 |
| Issuer | Vanguard |
| Inception Date | Jan 26, 2004 |
| Region | North America (U.S.) |
| Category | Technology Equities |
| Index Tracked | MSCI US Investable Market Information Technology 25/50 Index |
| ETF Home Page | advisors.vanguard.com |
| Asset Class | Equity |
Asset Class Size | Large-Cap |
Asset Class Style | Growth |
Expense Ratio
The Vanguard Information Technology ETF features an expense ratio of 0.10%, falling within the medium range.
Share Price Chart
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Performance
The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Vanguard Information Technology ETF, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
Compare to other instruments
Popular comparisons: VGT vs. QQQ, VGT vs. VOO, VGT vs. XLK, VGT vs. FTEC, VGT vs. VUG, VGT vs. VTI, VGT vs. QQQM, VGT vs. MGK, VGT vs. SPY, VGT vs. SOXX
Return
Vanguard Information Technology ETF had a return of 32.29% year-to-date (YTD) and 27.41% in the last 12 months. Over the past 10 years, Vanguard Information Technology ETF had an annualized return of 19.26%, outperforming the S&P 500 benchmark which had an annualized return of 9.93%.
| Period | Return | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | -0.94% | 0.06% |
| 6 months | 15.19% | 11.82% |
| Year-To-Date | 32.29% | 14.66% |
| 1 year | 27.41% | 14.17% |
| 5 years (annualized) | 17.10% | 8.51% |
| 10 years (annualized) | 19.26% | 9.93% |
Monthly Returns Heatmap
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0.50% | 9.70% | -0.29% | 8.46% | 6.23% | 2.86% | -2.18% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) and S&P 500 (^GSPC). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.
| Sharpe ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Ulcer Index | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VGT Vanguard Information Technology ETF | 1.07 | ||||
^GSPC S&P 500 | 0.74 |
Dividend History
Vanguard Information Technology ETF granted a 0.73% dividend yield in the last twelve months. The annual payout for that period amounted to $3.08 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $3.08 | $2.91 | $2.92 | $2.91 | $2.72 | $2.15 | $1.63 | $1.59 | $1.39 | $1.17 | $0.94 | $0.83 |
Dividend yield | 0.73% | 0.91% | 0.65% | 0.84% | 1.14% | 1.35% | 1.04% | 1.40% | 1.39% | 1.23% | 1.17% | 1.35% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Vanguard Information Technology ETF. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.77 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.68 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||||
| 2022 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.68 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.60 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.76 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.87 |
| 2021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.63 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.59 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.89 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.82 |
| 2020 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.84 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.67 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.71 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.69 |
| 2019 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.60 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.64 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.83 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.65 |
| 2018 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.38 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.49 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.65 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.64 |
| 2017 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.36 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.41 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.42 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.44 |
| 2016 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.41 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.40 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.43 |
| 2015 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.99 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.40 |
| 2014 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.17 |
| 2013 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.94 |
| 2012 | $0.83 |
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way.
Worst Drawdowns
The table below shows the maximum drawdowns of the Vanguard Information Technology ETF. A maximum drawdown is an indicator of risk. It shows a reduction in portfolio value from its maximum due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown since January 2010 for the Vanguard Information Technology ETF is 54.63%, recorded on Nov 20, 2008. It took 535 trading sessions for the portfolio to recover.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -54.63% | Nov 1, 2007 | 267 | Nov 20, 2008 | 535 | Jan 6, 2011 | 802 |
| -35.07% | Dec 28, 2021 | 202 | Oct 14, 2022 | — | — | — |
| -31.84% | Feb 20, 2020 | 23 | Mar 23, 2020 | 54 | Jun 9, 2020 | 77 |
| -23.67% | Oct 4, 2018 | 56 | Dec 24, 2018 | 59 | Mar 21, 2019 | 115 |
| -21.01% | Feb 3, 2004 | 127 | Aug 12, 2004 | 315 | Nov 17, 2005 | 442 |
Volatility Chart
The current Vanguard Information Technology ETF volatility is 5.62%, representing the average percentage change in the investments's value, either up or down over the past month. The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
Alternatives
| Symbol | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Ret. | 10Y Ann. Ret. | Div. Yield | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino ratio | Omega ratio | Calmar ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTEC | Oct 21, 2013 | 0.08% | 32.6% | 18.9% | 0.7% | -35.0% | 1.1 | 1.9 | 1.2 | 2.5 | 4.2% |
| QQQ | Mar 10, 1999 | 0.20% | 37.5% | 17.6% | 0.6% | -83.0% | 1.1 | 2.0 | 1.2 | 2.3 | 4.3% |
| SPY | Jan 22, 1993 | 0.09% | 16.0% | 11.9% | 1.5% | -55.2% | 0.8 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 1.8 | 3.2% |
| VOO | Sep 7, 2010 | 0.03% | 16.1% | 12.0% | 1.5% | -34.0% | 0.9 | 1.6 | 1.2 | 1.8 | 3.2% |
| VTI | May 24, 2001 | 0.03% | 15.2% | 11.4% | 1.9% | -55.5% | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 1.8 | 3.3% |
| VUG | Jan 26, 2004 | 0.04% | 31.3% | 13.7% | 0.8% | -50.7% | 0.9 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 4.1% |
| XLK | Dec 16, 1998 | 0.13% | 34.8% | 19.5% | 0.8% | -82.1% | 1.2 | 2.1 | 1.2 | 2.8 | 4.1% |