Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About VIOO

What does VIOO invest in?

This ETF invests in the S&P Small-Cap 600 Index, comprising 600 smaller U.S. companies. Its primary goal is to closely track the returns of this index, which serves as a key indicator for the broader U.S. small-capitalization stock market. While offering substantial potential for capital appreciation, its share value typically experiences more significant fluctuations compared to bond-holding funds. Therefore, it is best suited for investors with long-term financial objectives focused on substantial growth. A 2-for-1 stock split was executed on March 14, 2023, which reduced the per-share price while proportionally increasing the number of outstanding shares. Historical share price data has typically not been retroactively adjusted for this event, except where indicated for market data. It's important to note that despite certain displayed data possibly reflecting both pre- and post-split prices, the fund's overall investment returns were unaffected by this corporate action.

What is the expense ratio of VIOO?

Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 ETF (VIOO) charges an expense ratio of 0.07%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VIOO?

Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 ETF (VIOO) manages $6.40B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is VIOO actively managed or an index fund?

VIOO's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was VIOO launched?

Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 ETF (VIOO) launched in September 2010 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VIOO performed?

VIOO's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.