VFMV: Offering More Benefits Than Just Low Volatility
Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF deserves a buy rating due to its diversified, low-volatility portfolio, steady growth holdings, and attractive valuation compared to broader U.S. funds. The ETF's top holdings, like Johnson & Johnson, Texas Instruments, and Verizon, offer resilience, consistent growth, and favorable valuations. VFMV's lower volatility, competitive expense ratio, and sector diversification make it a compelling choice amid high S&P 500 valuations.
VFMV: An ETF For Recessionary Environments
The Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF aims for long-term capital appreciation by investing in U.S. stocks that minimize volatility relative to the broad market. The ETF uses a quantitative model to select U.S. large, mid, and small-cap stocks with strong recent performance, ensuring portfolio diversification and liquidity. With the S&P 500 experiencing a -10% correction, this ETF offers retail investors a way to protect their portfolios while staying invested in equities.
Low Volatility ETF (VFMV) Hits New 52-Week High
For investors seeking momentum, Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF VFMV is probably on the radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up 20.46% from its 52-week low price of $106.80/share.
3 Overlooked Vanguard ETFs to Buy in 2025
In this piece, we'll check in on some of the more underrated exchange-traded fund (ETF) products that may be worth looking into as the great bull market runs for another year.
VFMV: Solid But Sub-Optimal Low Volatility ETF
VFMV provides exposure to a well-diversified basket low-volatile stocks. Its expense ratio is 0.13% and VFMV has $155 million in assets under management. Historically, VFMV has provided some downside protection compared to its benchmark, the Russell 3000 Index. However, other ETFs have done just as well and have recovered quicker after large drawdowns. While VFMV satisfies a "flight to stability" goal, it's not as strong as its peers on quality, which I offer as an explanation for its disappointing total returns.
Worried About a Stock Market Sell-Off in 2025? Consider Buying This Ultra-Safe Vanguard ETF in December.
Volatility spiked in the broader indexes after the Federal Reserve indicated that it could keep interest rates higher for longer. The S&P 500 fell 3% on Dec. 18, and the Nasdaq Composite tumbled 3.6%.
