Vanguard’s S&P 500 ETF, VOO, has surpassed BlackRock’s iShares Core S&P 500 ETF, IVV, to become the second largest ETF globally. This shift reflects a growing preference for low-cost investment options and highlights Vanguard’s dominance in the ETF market.
After a decade of dominance by large-cap US stocks, experts are predicting a shift towards small-cap equities, fueled by a healthy labor market and anticipated rate cuts. While the potential for high returns exists, the volatility of this sector shouldn’t be overlooked.
Two popular U.S. stock market exchange-traded funds, the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and the Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares (VTI), reached all-time highs on Wednesday, mirroring the S&P 500 Index’s record-breaking performance. The gains were fueled by strong performances from Vistra Corp. and Hewlett Packard Enterprise, which led the S&P 500 to a new high.
Briggs & Stratton expands its Vanguard engine lineup with the introduction of the new 307cc, 10.0 Gross HP Vanguard 300 single-cylinder horizontal shaft engine. Designed for demanding applications, the Vanguard 300 boasts advanced features like enhanced cold-weather starting, TransportGuard technology for improved fuel management, and Cyclonic Air Filtration for longer filter life.
Several prominent investment firms, including Blackrock, Vanguard, and State Street, increased their holdings in Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) during the second quarter. This comes despite a recent decline in the stock price, potentially linked to Trump’s return to the rival platform X (formerly Twitter). The investment could be driven by the potential for value creation due to Trump’s political ambitions and the company’s expanding media offerings.
This article compares two popular Vanguard ETFs: VOO (S&P 500) and VTI (Total Stock Market). It delves into their holdings, sector weightings, performance, and explains the key differences for investors seeking broad market exposure.
Vanguard, a leading asset manager, anticipates less aggressive rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. The firm predicts a “deferred landing” for the US economy, characterized by ongoing growth and persistent inflation above the target. Vanguard also cautions against potential fiscal extravagance.
