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Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETF
VBR performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 4, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -1.65% | +4.73% | +17.81% | +19.95% | +58.17% | +58.45% |
| Flows | -$100M | +$161M | +$34M | +$333M | +$445M | +$1.66B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETF is built to track the CRSP U.S. Small Cap Value 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 | 836 |
| 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 836
Top 15 Holdings
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Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.07% | +14.28% | +17.70% | +19.43% |
Max drawdown | -3.25% | -8.87% | -24.09% | -24.09% |
Max drawdown duration | 19d | 53d | 374d | 374d |
Time to recover | N/A | 28d | 241d | 241d |
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 | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is VBR?
VBR is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VBR track?
VBR tracks the CRSP U.S. Small Cap Value Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VBR invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Small Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Small Cap Value.
What is the expense ratio of VBR?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VBR is 0.05%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VBR launched?
VBR was launched on January 26, 2004, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VBR?
VBR is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VBR?
As of September 4, 2026, VBR manages $37.53 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VBR performed recently?
As of September 4, 2026, VBR delivered a return of -1.65% over the past month (1M performance), 4.73% over the past three months (3M), and 17.81% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VBR?
As of September 4, 2026, VBR has seen net flows of -$100M in the past month (1M flow) and +$34M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VBR pay dividends?
As of September 4, 2026, VBR has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.75%.
How many holdings are in VBR
As of July 31, 2026, VBR holds 836 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VBR?
As of July 31, 2026, VBR holds 836 securities, with 7.77% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VBR?
As of July 31, 2026, VBR holds a portfolio of 836 underlyings, with its largest positions including Jabil, Inc., Tapestry, Inc. and Atmos Energy Corp.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VBR invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, VBR has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VBR focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, VBR is primarily exposed to Finance, Industrials and Non-Energy Materials.
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