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11 Jun 2026, 18:30 UTC · 3h ago

This Vanguard ETF Has Outperformed the Company's S&P 500 Fund for Years. Most Investors Have Never Heard of It.

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This Vanguard ETF Has Outperformed the Company's S&P 500 Fund for Years. Most Investors Have Never Heard of It.

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The Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF (VFMO) has been steadily beating the S&P 500. — Outperformance relative to the primary market benchmark typically attracts increased capital inflows and investor interest.
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VFMO possesses a riskier profile than the broader market, with nearly 30% allocation to small-cap stocks and 30% higher volatility than the S&P 500. — Higher volatility and small-cap concentration increase the potential for sharper drawdowns during market stress.
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VFMO has only a 23% asset overlap with the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), providing significant diversification from the standard index. — Low correlation with the S&P 500 makes it an attractive diversification tool for risk-managed portfolios.
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