SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
Price
$771.10
YTD
+12.85%
Expense
0.09%
Yield
1.25%
VOO
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Vanguard S&P 500 ETF · by Vanguard
Price
$708.75
YTD return
+12.78%
1Y return
24.60%
Expense ratio
0.03%
Dividend yield
1.28%
AUM
$460B
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF provides low-cost exposure to 500 of the largest U.S. companies. With an industry-leading 0.03% expense ratio, it's one of the most cost-efficient ways to invest in the broad U.S. market.
What is VOO?
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) tracks the S&P 500 Index at one of the lowest expense ratios in the industry (0.03%). Jack Bogle's vision of low-cost indexing makes VOO the go-to choice for buy-and-hold investors seeking broad U.S. market exposure.
VOO vs SPY vs IVV
All three track the same S&P 500 Index, but VOO and IVV charge just 0.03% vs SPY's 0.09%. VOO reinvests dividends immediately, while SPY (a unit investment trust) holds dividends in cash until distribution. For long-term investors, VOO's lower cost and dividend reinvestment give it a slight edge.
Sector Allocation
- Information Technology: 31.2%
- Financials: 12.8%
- Healthcare: 12.1%
- Consumer Discretionary: 10.5%
- Communication Services: 8.9%
- Industrials: 8.2%
- Consumer Staples: 5.8%
- Energy: 3.5%
- Utilities: 2.4%
- Real Estate: 2.3%
- Materials: 2.3%
Why VOO is the Best Core Holding
Warren Buffett famously recommended a low-cost S&P 500 index fund for most investors. VOO delivers exactly that: diversified exposure to America's 500 largest companies at minimal cost. It's the single best building block for any portfolio.
Dollar-Cost Averaging into VOO
Investing a fixed amount into VOO regularly (weekly or monthly) smooths out market volatility and removes the emotional challenge of timing the market. Historical data shows that consistent DCA into the S&P 500 has produced strong long-term returns.
Top holdings
Every holding links to its own page with a live price and the full list of funds that own it.
| # | Holding | Ticker | Sector | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apple Inc. | AAPL | Technology | 7.10% | $314.58 0.36% |
| 2 | Microsoft Corp. | MSFT | Technology | 6.80% | $505.06 1.75% |
| 3 | NVIDIA Corp. | NVDA | Technology | 6.20% | $227.98 8.74% |
| 4 | Amazon.com | AMZN | Consumer Discretionary | 3.80% | $256.26 -1.54% |
| 5 | Meta Platforms | META | Communication Services | 2.50% | $571.10 -0.87% |
| 6 | Alphabet Class A | GOOGL | Communication Services | 2.10% | $340.65 -0.39% |
| 7 | Berkshire Hathaway | BRK.B | Financials | 1.80% | $503.70 -0.24% |
| 8 | Broadcom | AVGO | Technology | 1.70% | $371.54 4.49% |
| 9 | Eli Lilly | LLY | Healthcare | 1.60% | $1,176.10 -1.12% |
| 10 | JPMorgan Chase | JPM | Financials | 1.40% | $354.22 -0.64% |
Frequently asked questions
Is VOO the best S&P 500 ETF?
VOO is considered the best S&P 500 ETF for long-term investors due to its ultra-low 0.03% expense ratio and Vanguard's investor-owned structure.
Can I hold VOO in a Roth IRA?
Yes, VOO is an excellent choice for Roth IRA accounts. Tax-free growth amplifies the benefits of its low costs.
How does VOO compare to VTI?
VOO tracks 500 large-cap stocks while VTI includes 4,000+ stocks across all market caps. VTI adds small and mid-cap exposure.
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