Vanguard (VB) vs. State Street (SPSM) in a Small-Cap ETF Showdown

Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap ETF holds more than twice as many stocks as State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF. Both funds carry identical expense ratios of 0.03%, making them equally low-cost options for small-cap exposure.

The Motley Fool • Oct 7, 2026

SPIVA Report: Active Managers Struggle as Market Breadth Expands

According to the latest SPIVA U.S. Scorecard report, broader isn't always better for active managers. Following a volatile start to the year, the S&P 500 did rebound sharply in the second quarter to gain 10% through June 30 thanks to robust corporate earnings.

ETF Trends • Sep 18, 2026

SPSM vs IJR: Which Small-Cap ETF Offers Better Value?

State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF provides a more affordable entry point with a 0.03% expense ratio. iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF is significantly larger and more established, managing $110.3 billion in assets since its launch in 2000.

The Motley Fool • Sep 1, 2026

More Signs Of Growth Across AI And Europe

Europe shows tentative signs of improvement, but the recovery remains uneven. AI investment is increasingly influencing U.S. capital spending and trade.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 29, 2026

Should State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF (SPSM) Be on Your Investing Radar?

The State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF (SPSM) was launched on July 8, 2013, and is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to offer broad exposure to the Small Cap Blend segment of the US equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 28, 2026

Forget IWM: The Small-Cap Fund That Screens Out Money-Losers Charges 84% Less, and It's Winning by 2.5 Points

The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM) is the default small-cap vehicle for most portfolios, holding roughly 2,000 US small companies in a single ticker.

24/7 Wall Street • Aug 8, 2026

Why Are Small-Cap ETFs Outperforming?

Mega-cap tech stocks have helped large caps dominate small-cap ETF flows and performance for years. However, this year a shift is taking place.

ETF Trends • Aug 3, 2026

Forget IWM: SPSM Has Quietly Beaten It by 12.68 Points Over 10 Years

If you own iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSEARCA:IWM) as your small-cap allocation, 2026 has finally rewarded you.

24/7 Wall Street • Jul 31, 2026

The Russell 2000 Is Outpacing the S&P 500 in 2026. Is It Too Late to Buy Small-Cap ETFs?

After spending much of the past several years trailing large-cap stocks, U.S. small caps have staged an impressive comeback in 2026.

24/7 Wall Street • Jul 20, 2026

VB vs SPSM: Which Small-Cap ETF Is the Better Buy in 2026?

The Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB) holds twice as many holdings as the State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF (SPSM). Both funds maintain a matching expense ratio of 0.03%.

The Motley Fool • Jul 16, 2026