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Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Growth ETF
VBK performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 18, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -5.60% | -5.12% | +12.32% | +11.36% | +55.45% | +21.86% |
| Flows | -$83M | -$1.93B | -$192M | -$633M | +$1.05B | +$2.04B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Growth ETF is built to track the CRSP U.S. Small Cap Growth Total Return 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 | 539 |
| 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 539
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +17.64% | +20.78% | +21.35% | +23.70% |
Max drawdown | -8.68% | -11.37% | -27.46% | -38.36% |
Max drawdown duration | 44d | 82d | 287d | 1110d |
Time to recover | 16d | 16d | 163d | 891d |
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 VBK?
VBK is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VBK track?
VBK tracks the CRSP U.S. Small Cap Growth Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VBK invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Small Cap Growth.
What is the expense ratio of VBK?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VBK is 0.05%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VBK launched?
VBK was launched on January 26, 2004, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VBK?
VBK is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VBK?
As of September 18, 2026, VBK manages $22.91 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VBK performed recently?
As of September 18, 2026, VBK delivered a return of -5.6% over the past month (1M performance), -5.12% over the past three months (3M), and 12.32% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VBK?
As of September 18, 2026, VBK has seen net flows of -$83M in the past month (1M flow) and -$192M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VBK pay dividends?
As of September 18, 2026, VBK has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.45%.
How many holdings are in VBK
As of July 31, 2026, VBK holds 539 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VBK?
As of July 31, 2026, VBK holds 539 securities, with 12.41% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VBK?
As of July 31, 2026, VBK holds a portfolio of 539 underlyings, with its largest positions including Revolution Medicines, Inc., Natera, Inc. and Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VBK invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, VBK has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VBK focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, VBK is primarily exposed to Technology, Industrials and Healthcare.
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