Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About VTWG

What does VTWG invest in?

This exchange-traded fund primarily allocates capital to equities featured in the Russell 2000 Growth Index. This benchmark is recognized for its extensive diversification and its focus on rapidly expanding, smaller-sized American businesses. Its objective is to closely mirror the performance of this index, which serves as a key indicator for the returns of small-capitalization growth-oriented companies within the U.S. market. While presenting substantial prospects for capital appreciation, its shares generally exhibit greater price fluctuations compared to investment vehicles focused on fixed-income securities. Consequently, it is best suited for investors pursuing enduring financial objectives where aggressive capital growth is a paramount concern.

What is the expense ratio of VTWG?

Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF (VTWG) charges an expense ratio of 0.06%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is VTWG?

Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF (VTWG) manages $1.80B 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 VTWG actively managed or an index fund?

VTWG 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 (VTWG's is 0.06%) because there's no security selection cost.

When was VTWG launched?

Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF (VTWG) launched in September 2010 and is managed by Vanguard.

How has VTWG performed?

VTWG'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.