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Vanguard Information Technology ETF
VGT performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 21, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.49% | +5.52% | +30.26% | +29.07% | +142.35% | +135.59% |
| Flows | +$1.35B | +$1.66B | +$4.59B | +$6.56B | +$22.46B | +$21.70B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard Information Technology ETF is built to track the MSCI US IMI Information Technology 25-50 Gross Total Return USD 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 | 318 |
| 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 318
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +23.51% | +24.93% | +24.84% | +26.16% |
Max drawdown | -8.47% | -16.38% | -27.38% | -35.10% |
Max drawdown duration | 15d | 169d | 190d | 690d |
Time to recover | N/A | 18d | 78d | 400d |
Replication quality
Data as of September 30, 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 VGT?
VGT is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VGT track?
VGT tracks the MSCI US IMI Information Technology 25-50 Gross Total Return USD Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VGT invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Information Technology Equities. It is part of the segment: US Info. Technology.
What is the expense ratio of VGT?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VGT is 0.09%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VGT launched?
VGT was launched on January 26, 2004, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VGT?
VGT is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VGT?
As of October 21, 2026, VGT manages $151.41 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VGT performed recently?
As of October 21, 2026, VGT delivered a return of -2.49% over the past month (1M performance), 5.52% over the past three months (3M), and 30.26% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VGT?
As of October 21, 2026, VGT has seen net flows of +$1.35B in the past month (1M flow) and +$4.59B year-to-date (YTD).
Does VGT pay dividends?
As of October 21, 2026, VGT has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.39%.
How many holdings are in VGT
As of August 31, 2026, VGT holds 318 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VGT?
As of August 31, 2026, VGT holds 318 securities, with 68.55% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VGT?
As of August 31, 2026, VGT holds a portfolio of 318 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA Corp., Apple, Inc. and Microsoft Corp.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VGT invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, VGT has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VGT focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, VGT is primarily exposed to Technology.
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