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Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF
VFMV performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 24, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +4.57% | +4.36% | +7.31% | +16.82% | +47.74% | +59.03% |
| Flows | +$13M | +$59M | +$60M | +$128M | +$264M | +$300M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Vanguard |
| N° of holdings | 168 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | February 13, 2018 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of March 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 168
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +10.02% | +9.08% | +10.47% | +12.02% |
Max drawdown | -5.98% | -5.98% | -10.46% | -15.42% |
Max drawdown duration | 53d | 53d | 100d | 701d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 59d | 427d |
What type of ETF is VFMV?
VFMV is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What does VFMV invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of VFMV?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VFMV is 0.13%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VFMV launched?
VFMV was launched on February 13, 2018, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VFMV?
VFMV is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VFMV?
As of April 24, 2026, VFMV manages $411.84 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VFMV performed recently?
As of April 24, 2026, VFMV delivered a return of 4.57% over the past month (1M performance), 4.36% over the past three months (3M), and 7.31% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VFMV?
As of April 24, 2026, VFMV has seen net flows of +$13M in the past month (1M flow) and +$60M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VFMV pay dividends?
As of April 24, 2026, VFMV has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.95%.
How many holdings are in VFMV
As of March 31, 2026, VFMV holds 168 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VFMV?
As of March 31, 2026, VFMV holds 168 securities, with 21.26% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VFMV?
As of March 31, 2026, VFMV holds a portfolio of 168 underlyings, with its largest positions including CIRRUS LOGIC, ROSS STORES and TJX. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VFMV invest in?
As of March 31, 2026, VFMV has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VFMV focus on?
As of March 31, 2026, VFMV is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Financials and Health Care.
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