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Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
VOO performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 8, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.29% | +4.05% | +14.42% | +16.29% | +86.07% | +89.54% |
| Flows | -$19.34B | +$33.34B | +$103.15B | +$152.10B | +$367.69B | +$445.04B |
Characteristics
The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF is built to track the S&P 500 Daily Total Return 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 | 503 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | September 7, 2010 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of August 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 503
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Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +11.00% | +13.03% | +14.90% | +17.12% |
Max drawdown | -3.40% | -8.90% | -18.75% | -24.52% |
Max drawdown duration | 19d | 76d | 126d | 708d |
Time to recover | 3d | 15d | 79d | 427d |
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 | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is VOO?
VOO is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Vanguard.
What index does VOO track?
VOO tracks the S&P 500 Daily Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VOO invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Large Cap.
What is the expense ratio of VOO?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VOO is 0.03%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VOO launched?
VOO was launched on September 7, 2010, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VOO?
VOO is issued by Vanguard.
What is the AUM of VOO?
As of October 8, 2026, VOO manages $1,054.83 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VOO performed recently?
As of October 8, 2026, VOO delivered a return of 1.29% over the past month (1M performance), 4.05% over the past three months (3M), and 14.42% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VOO?
As of October 8, 2026, VOO has seen net flows of -$19.34B in the past month (1M flow) and +$103.15B year-to-date (YTD).
Does VOO pay dividends?
As of October 8, 2026, VOO has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.04%.
How many holdings are in VOO
As of August 31, 2026, VOO holds 503 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VOO?
As of August 31, 2026, VOO holds 503 securities, with 44.17% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VOO?
As of August 31, 2026, VOO holds a portfolio of 503 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 VOO invest in?
As of August 31, 2026, VOO has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VOO focus on?
As of August 31, 2026, VOO is primarily exposed to Technology, Finance and Healthcare.
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