SSMGvsVBKETF Comparison
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Virtus Silvant Small/Mid Growth ETF (SSMG) belongs to the US Multi-Factor segment. Vanguard Small-Cap Growth ETF (VBK) is part of the US Small Cap Growth segment. SSMG's top 3 sector exposures are Industrials, Technology and Healthcare. In contrast, VBK's top sector exposures are Technology, Industrials and Healthcare. SSMG is more expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.39%, versus 0.05% for VBK. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of SSMG and VBK below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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SSMG vs VBK performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 07/27/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | SSMG VBK | -7.33%-4.93% | +3.11%+2.95% | n/a+14.12% | n/a+20.59% | n/a+50.04% | n/a+25.76% |
| Flows | SSMG VBK | -+$181M | +$610K+$527M | -+$7M | --$85M | -+$1.66B | -+$3.09B |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | SSMG VBK | +28.12%+20.60% | n/a+20.53% | n/a+21.24% | n/a+23.59% |
| Max drawdown | SSMG VBK | -9.59%-6.62% | n/a-11.37% | n/a-27.46% | n/a-38.36% |
| Max drawdown duration | SSMG VBK | 27d27d | n/a82d | n/a287d | n/a1110d |
Trading data
SSMG | VBK | |
Last sale 7/28/2026 at 1:30 PM | $25.77 | $341.54 |
| Previous close 07/27/2026 | $25.77 | $343.79 |
| Consolidated volume 07/27/2026 | ||
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| Average Bid/Ask spread 30 days |
Replication quality
Data as of June 30, 2026
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Main metrics
Last update 7/28/2026 at 1:30 PM
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SSMG | VBK | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $25.77 | $341.54 |
| 1D performance | +0.01% | -0.65% |
| AuM | $3.22 M | $23.47 B |
| E/R | 0.39% | 0.05% |
Characteristics
SSMG | VBK | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Active | Passive |
| Provider | VIRTUS Investment Partners | Vanguard |
| Benchmark | - | CRSP U.S. Small Cap Growth Index |
| N° of holdings | 79 | 531 |
| Asset class | - | Equities |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | April 22, 2026 | January 26, 2004 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Exposure
Countries
SSMG
USA
86.07%
Other
13.93%
VBK
USA
93.28%
Other
6.72%
Sectors
SSMG
Industrials
26.59%
Technology
21.45%
Healthcare
15.36%
Finance
7.46%
Other
29.14%
VBK
Technology
23.5%
Industrials
20.5%
Healthcare
17.1%
Finance
11%
Other
27.9%
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Diversification
SSMG
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
38.49%
VBK
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 15
12.67%
Top 15 holdings
Data as of June 30, 2026
SSMG
Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.
4.09%
Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd.
3.43%
Carpenter Technology Corp.
3.28%
Graham Corp.
3.19%
Bloom Energy Corp.
3.08%
FTAI Aviation Ltd.
2.99%
IES Holdings, Inc.
2.76%
TechnipFMC plc
2.58%
Fabrinet
2.21%
Natera, Inc.
2.18%
Somnigroup International, Inc.
1.94%
XPO, Inc.
1.89%
Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.
1.68%
Onto Innovation, Inc.
1.60%
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
1.60%
VBK
Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd.
1.23%
Revolution Medicines, Inc.
1.03%
Astera Labs, Inc.
1.02%
Natera, Inc.
1.01%
Twilio, Inc.
0.86%
Casey's General Stores, Inc.
0.80%
Carpenter Technology Corp.
0.80%
Curtiss-Wright Corp.
0.77%
FTAI Aviation Ltd.
0.76%
Entegris, Inc.
0.75%
nVent Electric Plc
0.75%
ATI, Inc.
0.74%
TechnipFMC plc
0.72%
MasTec, Inc.
0.72%
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc.
0.71%
Frequently asked questions about SSMG and VBK
Which ETF is bigger: SSMG or VBK?
As of July 27, 2026, SSMG holds $3.22 M in assets under management (AUM), while VBK manages $23.47 B.
What sectors do the SSMG and VBK ETFs invest in?
SSMG leans toward sectors like Industrials, Technology and Healthcare. Meanwhile, VBK focuses on Technology, Industrials and Healthcare.
What are the top holdings of the SSMG ETF and VBK ETF?
SSMG top holdings include Sterling Infrastructure, Inc., Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd. and Carpenter Technology Corp.. VBK holds in its top three: Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd., Revolution Medicines, Inc. and Astera Labs, Inc..
Which ETF is more diversified: SSMG or VBK?
SSMG holds 79 securities with 38.49% of its assets in the top 15. VBK has 540 securities and a top 15 weight of 12.67%.
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