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Vanguard Financials ETF
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Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 23, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.30% | -0.18% | +3.17% | +8.08% | +85.72% | +49.53% |
| Flows | +$186M | -$92M | -$380M | -$399M | +$284M | -$1.42B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard Financials ETF is built to track the MSCI US IMI Financials 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 | 424 |
| 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 August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 424
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +13.04% | +14.71% | +16.71% | +19.09% |
Max drawdown | -8.79% | -14.72% | -17.30% | -25.72% |
Max drawdown duration | 50d | 177d | 129d | 770d |
Time to recover | N/A | 98d | 81d | 510d |
Replication quality
Data as of September 30, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| 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 VFH?
VFH is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VFH track?
VFH tracks the MSCI US IMI Financials 25/50 GTR Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VFH invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Financials Equities. It is part of the segment: US Financials.
What is the expense ratio of VFH?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VFH is 0.09%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VFH launched?
VFH was launched on January 26, 2004, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VFH?
VFH is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VFH?
As of October 23, 2026, VFH manages $13.23 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VFH performed recently?
As of October 23, 2026, VFH delivered a return of 2.3% over the past month (1M performance), -0.18% over the past three months (3M), and 3.17% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VFH?
As of October 23, 2026, VFH has seen net flows of +$186M in the past month (1M flow) and -$380M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VFH pay dividends?
As of October 23, 2026, VFH has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.73%.
How many holdings are in VFH
As of August 31, 2026, VFH holds 424 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VFH?
As of August 31, 2026, VFH holds 424 securities, with 52.08% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VFH?
As of August 31, 2026, VFH holds a portfolio of 424 underlyings, with its largest positions including JPMorgan Chase & Co., Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. and Mastercard, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VFH invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, VFH has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VFH focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, VFH is primarily exposed to Finance.
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