- What are the top holdings of VNQ?
- Vanguard Real Estate ETF holds 158 securities in total. The largest positions and their portfolio weights are listed on the Holdings tab.
- How many holdings does VNQ have?
- VNQ holds 158 positions as reported by the fund's most recent disclosure.
- What sectors does VNQ invest in?
- Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ) allocates across the sectors shown above. The largest exposure tops the list; the rest follow in descending weight order.
- What sector is VNQ most exposed to?
- VNQ's full sector breakdown is on the Sectors tab. The largest sector weight is shown there along with the rest of the allocation.
- Is VNQ a US-only fund?
- The country allocation card on this page shows VNQ's geographic exposure. Funds with > 95% US weight are effectively US-only; international or global funds will show meaningful weights across multiple countries.
- What does VNQ invest in?
- This exchange-traded fund primarily invests in the equity of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). These are entities that acquire, own, and manage a diverse portfolio of income-producing real estate, including commercial properties like office buildings and hotels. The fund's main objective is to closely replicate the investment performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Real Estate 25/50 Index. While offering substantial potential for investment income and some capital appreciation, its share price tends to exhibit greater volatility compared to funds concentrated in bonds. It serves as a valuable tool for investors seeking to broaden their portfolio's asset allocation and potentially reduce overall risk by adding exposure beyond traditional stocks and bonds.
