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Vanguard Information Technology ETF
VGT performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of June 3, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +18.10% | +37.15% | +31.68% | +60.21% | +139.16% | +177.97% |
| Flows | +$927M | +$1.45B | +$2.22B | +$8.44B | +$19.60B | +$21.58B |
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 | 315 |
| 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 April 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 315
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +23.74% | +20.66% | +23.66% | +25.41% |
Max drawdown | -8.91% | -16.38% | -27.38% | -35.10% |
Max drawdown duration | 27d | 169d | 190d | 690d |
Time to recover | 9d | 18d | 78d | 400d |
Replication quality
Data as of May 29, 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 June 3, 2026, VGT manages $151.03 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VGT performed recently?
As of June 3, 2026, VGT delivered a return of 18.1% over the past month (1M performance), 37.15% over the past three months (3M), and 31.68% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VGT?
As of June 3, 2026, VGT has seen net flows of +$927M in the past month (1M flow) and +$2.22B year-to-date (YTD).
Does VGT pay dividends?
As of June 3, 2026, VGT has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 0.31%.
How many holdings are in VGT
As of April 30, 2026, VGT holds 315 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 April 30, 2026, VGT holds 315 securities, with 65.57% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VGT?
As of April 30, 2026, VGT holds a portfolio of 315 underlyings, with its largest positions including NVIDIA, APPLE and MICROSOFT-T. 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 April 30, 2026, VGT has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VGT focus on?
As of April 30, 2026, VGT is primarily exposed to Information Technology.
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