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Vanguard Materials ETF
VAW performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 9, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.82% | +1.35% | +12.25% | +14.36% | +35.30% | +37.40% |
| Flows | -$18M | -$43M | -$146M | -$162M | -$667M | -$1.33B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard Materials ETF is built to track the MSCI US IMI Materials 25/50 GTR Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Vanguard |
| N° of holdings | 110 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 26, 2004 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 110
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +19.71% | +18.95% | +18.07% | +19.86% |
Max drawdown | -6.63% | -13.41% | -23.20% | -25.44% |
Max drawdown duration | 52d | 192d | 430d | 679d |
Time to recover | 19d | N/A | 261d | 521d |
Replication quality
Data as of August 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is VAW?
VAW is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VAW track?
VAW tracks the MSCI US IMI Materials 25/50 GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VAW invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Materials Equities. It is part of the segment: US Materials.
What is the expense ratio of VAW?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VAW is 0.09%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VAW launched?
VAW was launched on January 26, 2004, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VAW?
VAW is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VAW?
As of September 9, 2026, VAW manages $3.00 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VAW performed recently?
As of September 9, 2026, VAW delivered a return of -2.82% over the past month (1M performance), 1.35% over the past three months (3M), and 12.25% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VAW?
As of September 9, 2026, VAW has seen net flows of -$18M in the past month (1M flow) and -$146M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VAW pay dividends?
As of September 9, 2026, VAW has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.37%.
How many holdings are in VAW
As of July 31, 2026, VAW holds 110 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VAW?
As of July 31, 2026, VAW holds 110 securities, with 66.06% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VAW?
As of July 31, 2026, VAW holds a portfolio of 110 underlyings, with its largest positions including Linde Plc, Newmont Corp. and Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VAW invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, VAW has its largest geographic exposures in USA and United Kingdom.
What sectors or themes does VAW focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, VAW is primarily exposed to Non-Energy Materials.
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