# Vanguard Russell 2000 Value ETF (VTWV): ETF Facts & Distributions > Markdown mirror of https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/vtwv for AI agents. Same live data as the HTML page, regenerated on the same refresh cycle. Not investment advice. - Issuer: Vanguard · Asset class: Small/Micro Cap Equity - Strategy: Passive Index · Inception: 2010-09-20 This exchange-traded fund (ETF) primarily allocates its capital to the equity holdings found within the Russell 2000 Value Index. This benchmark is broadly composed of undervalued shares issued by smaller American corporations and offers extensive diversification. The fund's main objective is to replicate the returns of this index, which is recognized as a key barometer for gauging the performance of small-capitalization value stocks in the United States. While it presents a considerable opportunity for significant capital growth, its market value typically experiences more pronounced fluct... ## Key Facts | Metric | Value | |---|---| | Price | $187.81 | | Expense Ratio | 0.06% | | Assets Under Management | $1.40B | | NAV | $187.82 | | Holdings Count | 1437 | | Distribution Yield (TTM) | 1.70% | | Annual Distribution (TTM) | $3.20 /share | | Distribution Frequency | Quarterly | | 52-Week Range | $148.68 – $200.97 | | Beta | 1.05 | ## Latest Distribution - Amount: $1.0214 /share - Ex-date: 2026-09-23 - Pay date: 2026-09-25 ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What does VTWV invest in? This exchange-traded fund (ETF) primarily allocates its capital to the equity holdings found within the Russell 2000 Value Index. This benchmark is broadly composed of undervalued shares issued by smaller American corporations and offers extensive diversification. The fund's main objective is to replicate the returns of this index, which is recognized as a key barometer for gauging the performance of small-capitalization value stocks in the United States. While it presents a considerable opportunity for significant capital growth, its market value typically experiences more pronounced fluctuations than investments concentrated in bonds. Therefore, it is best suited for individuals with long-range financial aspirations where substantial wealth accumulation is a priority. ### What is the expense ratio of VTWV? Vanguard Russell 2000 Value ETF (VTWV) charges an expense ratio of 0.06%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations. ### How big is VTWV? Vanguard Russell 2000 Value ETF (VTWV) manages $1.40B 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 VTWV actively managed or an index fund? VTWV 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 (VTWV's is 0.06%) because there's no security selection cost. ### When was VTWV launched? Vanguard Russell 2000 Value ETF (VTWV) launched in September 2010 and is managed by Vanguard. ### How has VTWV performed? VTWV'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. ### Does VTWV pay a dividend? Vanguard Russell 2000 Value ETF (VTWV) currently distributes little or no income. Trailing-twelve-month yield is 1.70%. Investors looking for income should consider income-focused alternatives. See the Peers tab. ### How often does VTWV pay dividends? Vanguard Russell 2000 Value ETF pays dividends Quarterly. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page. ### What is VTWV's dividend yield? VTWV's trailing-twelve-month yield is 1.70%, calculated from the sum of dividends over the past year divided by the current price. ### When is VTWV's next ex-dividend date? The most recently announced ex-dividend date for VTWV was 2026-09-23. The next ex-date typically follows Quarterly; once announced it appears at the top of the dividend history table on this page. ### How much will VTWV's expense ratio cost me over 30 years? On a $10,000 investment compounding at 7% gross return, a 0.06% expense ratio quietly compounds against your balance every year. The Fee Compounding Forecast card above projects the dollar drag for any holding period and assumption you pick. The typical result for a 1.0% expense ratio on a 30-year hold is roughly 25% of the final balance lost to fees. ### How does VTWV charge its expense ratio? The expense ratio is deducted in tiny daily slices from VTWV's net asset value (NAV). You never see a bill. The price quoted on every exchange is already net of fees. There's no "fee day" to avoid; the cost is continuous and built into the trading price. ### Why does VTWV cost more than a fund like VOO? VTWV is a passive index fund (current expense ratio 0.06%). Differences from broad-market ETFs like VOO usually come from index licensing fees, asset class (bond funds typically run cheaper than equity), or fund scale (smaller funds spread fixed operating costs across less AUM). ### Are there cheaper alternatives to VTWV? The Lower-Fee Alternatives card above lists ETFs following the same investment strategy as VTWV (0.06%) but at a lower expense ratio. Each row shows the fee gap, the peer's AUM as a liquidity sanity-check, and a direct link to that fund's analysis page. Cheaper price doesn't automatically mean better. Verify the peer holds what you actually want. ## More on Dividend Data - Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/vtwv - Distribution history: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/vtwv/dividend - Holdings & diversification: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/vtwv/diversification - Fees & cheaper alternatives: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/vtwv/expenses - Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/funds/vtwv/peers Data sourced from primary filings and market data providers; see https://www.dividenddata.com/methodology.