Vanguard Value ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About VTV

What does VTV invest in?

This exchange-traded fund endeavors to replicate the returns of the CRSP US Large Cap Value Index, an benchmark that assesses the investment performance of substantial, value-oriented companies. It presents an accessible strategy for investors to align their portfolio with the performance of numerous leading U.S. value stocks. The fund operates under a passive management philosophy, utilizing a full-replication methodology.

What is the expense ratio of VTV?

Vanguard Value ETF (VTV) charges an expense ratio of 0.03%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VTV?

Vanguard Value ETF (VTV) manages $254.20B 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 VTV actively managed or an index fund?

VTV is a passive index fund — it tracks a published benchmark by holding the constituents in their published weights. Index funds typically charge low expense ratios (VTV's is 0.03%) because there's no security selection cost.

When was VTV launched?

Vanguard Value ETF (VTV) launched in January 2004 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VTV performed?

VTV'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.