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NYSEARCA:VIG

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) Price, Holdings, & News

$175.69
+0.49 (+0.28%)
(As of 02/9/2024 08:57 PM ET)
Today's Range
$174.96
$175.77
50-Day Range
$164.66
$175.66
52-Week Range
$146.17
$175.77
Volume
1.02 million shs
Average Volume
1.30 million shs
Market Capitalization
$75.05 billion
Assets Under Management
$75.17 billion
Dividend Yield
1.69%
Net Expense Ratio
0.06%
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About Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (NYSEARCA:VIG)

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (the Fund) seeks to track the investment performance of the Dividend Achievers Select Index. Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF is an exchange-traded share class of Vanguard Dividend Appreciation Index Fund. The Fund will hold all the stocks in the index in approximately the same proportions as their weightings in the index. The Vanguard Group, Inc., through its Quantitative Equity Group, serves as the investment advisor of the Fund.

VIG Stock Price History

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Fund Details

Issuer
Vanguard
Fund Name
Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF
Tax Classification
Regulated Investment Company
Current Symbol
NYSEARCA:VIG
Inception Date
4/21/2006
Fund Manager
Walter Nejman, Gerard C. OReilly

Fund Focus

Asset Class
Equity
Benchmark
S&P U.S. Dividend Growers Index
Category
Strategy
Focus
High Dividend Yield
Development Level
Developed Markets
Region
North America
Number of Holdings
317

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$75.17 billion
Average Daily Volume
$666,118.30
Discount/Premium
0.00%

Administrator, Advisor and Custodian

Administrator
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Advisor
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Custodian
State Street Bank and Trust Company
Distributor
Vanguard Marketing Corporation
Transfer Agent
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
Trustee
N/A
Lead Market Maker
Latour Trading

Options

Optionable
Optionable
Options Volume
402
Put Options
268
Call Options
134
Short Interest
360,100 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
0.85
Creation Unit
25,000
Creation Fee
$250.00
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Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF Expenses

TypeVIGHigh Dividend Yield ETFsEquity ETFsNYSEARCA ETFsAll ETFs
Management Fee0.05%0.45%0.54%0.50%0.51%
Other Expenses0.01%0.25%0.54%0.64%0.58%
Total Expense0.06%0.52%0.70%0.74%0.70%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.21%-0.55%-0.69%-0.57%
Net Expense0.06%0.50%0.60%0.57%0.58%

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) Holdings & Exposure

VIG Sector Exposure

VIG 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 Trustee
  • Rajiv L. Gupta (Age 71)
    Independent Trustee
  • Amy Gutmann (Age 64)
    Independent Trustee
  • JoAnn H Heisen (Age 63)
    Independent Trustee
  • F. Joseph Loughrey (Age 69)
    Trustee

Should I Buy Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF Stock? VIG 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 Dividend Appreciation ETF was last updated on Monday, January 29, 2024 at 1:32 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF:

  • Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (the Fund) seeks to track the investment performance of the Dividend Achievers Select Index. This index includes companies that have a record of increasing dividends over time, which can provide investors with a steady income stream.
  • The Fund is managed by The Vanguard Group, Inc., a reputable investment advisor with a strong track record. Their Quantitative Equity Group oversees the investment strategy of the Fund, ensuring it aligns with the index and aims to deliver consistent returns.
  • Investing in dividend-paying stocks can be a good strategy for long-term investors looking for income and potential capital appreciation. The Fund provides exposure to a diversified portfolio of such stocks, reducing the risk associated with investing in individual companies.
  • Dividend appreciation stocks have historically outperformed non-dividend-paying stocks over the long term. By investing in Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF, investors can potentially benefit from the compounding effect of reinvested dividends and capital appreciation.
  • The Fund offers a low expense ratio, which means that a larger portion of the investment returns can be retained by investors. This can enhance the overall performance of the investment over time.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF for these reasons:

  • While dividend-paying stocks can provide income, they may not offer the same level of capital appreciation as growth stocks. Investors seeking high-growth opportunities may find other investment options more suitable.
  • The performance of the Fund is closely tied to the performance of the Dividend Achievers Select Index. If the index underperforms or experiences significant fluctuations, the Fund's returns may be negatively impacted.
  • Investing in ETFs involves market risk, including the potential loss of principal. The value of the Fund's shares may fluctuate based on market conditions and the performance of the underlying securities.
  • While the Fund aims to provide exposure to a diversified portfolio of dividend-paying stocks, it may still be subject to concentration risk if a significant portion of its holdings are concentrated in a few sectors or companies.
  • Investors should carefully consider their investment objectives and risk tolerance before investing in Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF. It is important to assess whether the Fund aligns with their long-term financial goals and investment strategy.














VIG ETF - Frequently Asked Questions

How have VIG shares performed in 2024?

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF's stock was trading at $170.40 at the start of the year. Since then, VIG stock has increased by 3.1% and is now trading at $175.69.
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How often does Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF?

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF announced a dividend on Wednesday, March 15th. Investors of record on Friday, December 22nd will be given a dividend of $0.7731 per share on Wednesday, December 27th. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, December 21st.
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What does VIG invest in?

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF is a equity fund issued by Vanguard. VIG focuses on high dividend yield investments and follows the S&P U.S. Dividend Growers Index. The fund's investments total to approximately $75.17 billion assets under management.

What stocks does Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF hold?
What is the management fee for Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF?

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF's management fee is 0.05% and has other expenses of 0.01%. The net expense ratio for VIG is 0.06%.

What other stocks do shareholders of Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF investors own include AbbVie (ABBV), AT&T (T), NVIDIA (NVDA), Walt Disney (DIS), Home Depot (HD), PayPal (PYPL), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Salesforce (CRM), Visa (V) and Verizon Communications (VZ).

Who are Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF's major shareholders?

Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF's stock is owned by many different institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include UBS Group AG (1.51%), HB Wealth Management LLC (0.90%), Commonwealth Equity Services LLC (0.64%), Raymond James & Associates (0.52%), International Assets Investment Management LLC (0.47%) and Raymond James Financial Services Advisors Inc. (0.47%).

How do I buy shares of Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF?

Shares of VIG 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:VIG) was last updated on 2/12/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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