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Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF
VFMV performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of June 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +0.48% | +4.01% | +8.35% | +12.73% | +47.18% | +59.22% |
| Flows | +$7M | +$31M | +$75M | +$112M | +$280M | +$318M |
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 | 170 |
| 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 April 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 170
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +9.62% | +8.80% | +10.36% | +11.95% |
Max drawdown | -3.21% | -5.98% | -10.46% | -15.42% |
Max drawdown duration | 21d | 58d | 100d | 701d |
Time to recover | 12d | 34d | 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 June 16, 2026, VFMV manages $431.31 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VFMV performed recently?
As of June 16, 2026, VFMV delivered a return of 0.48% over the past month (1M performance), 4.01% over the past three months (3M), and 8.35% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VFMV?
As of June 16, 2026, VFMV has seen net flows of +$7M in the past month (1M flow) and +$75M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VFMV pay dividends?
As of June 16, 2026, VFMV has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.93%.
How many holdings are in VFMV
As of April 30, 2026, VFMV holds 170 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 April 30, 2026, VFMV holds 170 securities, with 23.08% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VFMV?
As of April 30, 2026, VFMV holds a portfolio of 170 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA, ANALOG DEVICES and CIRRUS LOGIC. 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 April 30, 2026, VFMV has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VFMV focus on?
As of April 30, 2026, VFMV is primarily exposed to Information Technology, Communication Services and Health Care.
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