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

$533.17
-13.12 (-2.40%)
(As of 09/6/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$530.87
$547.65
50-Day Range
$514.43
$606.97
52-Week Range
$397.76
$609.15
Volume
692,109 shs
Average Volume
476,653 shs
Market Capitalization
$67.14 billion
Assets Under Management
$71.84 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.

VGT Stock Price History

VGT ETF News Headlines

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Trump’s weapon lurks in abandoned America
Unemployment is sky-high, wages are at record lows. Addiction has overwhelmed these once thriving coal towns. Hopelessness abounds. And looking in, the future here looks bleak for these forgotten souls. But in a strange twist of fate, something miraculous is taking place…
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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
320

Fund Statistics

Assets Under Management
$71.84 billion
Average Daily Volume
$446,810.00
Discount/Premium
-0.04%

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
400
Put Options
257
Call Options
143
Short Interest
302,300 shs

Miscellaneous

Beta
1.41
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%0.53%0.55%0.51%0.52%
Other Expenses0.01%0.28%0.49%0.58%0.54%
Total Expense0.10%0.66%0.71%0.74%0.71%
Fee Waiver0.00%-0.27%-0.53%-0.68%-0.58%
Net Expense0.10%0.59%0.61%0.58%0.59%

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:

  • The Vanguard Information Technology ETF has a strong track record, providing investors with stability and potential growth.
  • Investors gain instant access to a diversified portfolio of top artificial intelligence (AI) companies through this ETF.
  • The ETF offers exposure to large-, mid-, and small-cap United States stocks in the information technology sector, providing broad market coverage.
  • Current stock price of the Vanguard Information Technology ETF is favorable, offering a potentially attractive entry point for investors.
  • Investing in technology companies can provide opportunities for innovation and growth, as the sector continues to evolve rapidly.

Cons

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

  • Technology sector investments can be volatile, subjecting investors to market fluctuations and risks.
  • Regulatory changes or shifts in consumer preferences could impact the performance of technology companies held in the ETF.
  • Competition within the technology sector is intense, leading to potential challenges for individual companies in the ETF.
  • Market saturation in certain technology subsectors may limit growth opportunities for companies within the ETF.
  • Investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance and investment goals before allocating funds to a sector-specific ETF like Vanguard Information Technology ETF.
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 Thursday, August 22, 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 this year?

Vanguard Information Technology ETF's stock was trading at $484.00 at the beginning of the year. Since then, VGT stock has increased by 10.2% and is now trading at $533.17.
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Who are Vanguard Information Technology ETF's major shareholders?

Top institutional investors of Vanguard Information Technology ETF include Wulff Hansen & CO. (4.24%), Strategic Financial Concepts LLC (1.20%), LPL Financial LLC (0.92%) and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. (0.40%).

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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What other stocks do shareholders of Vanguard Information Technology ETF own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Vanguard Information Technology ETF investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), AT&T (T), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Tesla (TSLA), AbbVie (ABBV), Alibaba Group (BABA) and PayPal (PYPL).

This page (NYSEARCA:VGT) was last updated on 9/7/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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