This ETF Has a Lot Riding on the Fed's Next Move

Small-cap stocks have performed well so far in 2026, but the Fed's next move could have a big impact. The Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF is one that could be particularly sensitive to whatever the Fed does next.

The Motley Fool • Sep 1, 2026

Small-Cap Value ETF Showdown: Vanguard's VBR vs. the State Street SLYV

The Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETF carries a significantly lower expense ratio than the State Street SPDR S&P 600 Small Cap Value ETF. The State Street SPDR S&P 600 Small Cap Value ETF delivered stronger 1-year total returns but has a smaller asset base and deeper 5-year drawdown.

The Motley Fool • Sep 1, 2026

Nervous About Big Tech? This Vanguard Value ETF Is Where the Money Is Rotating

The Magnificent Seven have ruled markets for years, but cracks in the AI spending story are pushing serious investors toward a corner of the market most have ignored since the dot-com era.

24/7 Wall Street • Aug 26, 2026

Small Caps, Big Opportunities: Consider Value Amid Rally

Small-cap equities are winning out against their large-cap counterparts in a classic David versus Goliath ETF battle. After years of mega-cap technology dominance, small-cap equities have delivered investors a historic first half of 2026.

ETF Trends • Aug 17, 2026

Better Value ETF: Vanguard's Small Cap-Focused VBR vs. the iShares IJJ Targeting Mid-Cap Stocks

The Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETF offers a significantly lower expense ratio of 0.05% compared to 0.18% for the iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Value ETF. The Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETF manages over $67.8 billion in assets and provides broader diversification with 841 holdings.

The Motley Fool • Aug 16, 2026

Vanguard Is "Cautious" on U.S. Growth Stocks. These 2 Value ETFs Could Be Smarter Buys for Long-Term Investors.

New market analysis from Vanguard suggests that U.S. value stocks might be a better buy than U.S. growth stocks for the next decade. The Vanguard Value Factor ETF has delivered 12.4% annualized returns for the past five years and has performed even better in the past year.

The Motley Fool • Aug 14, 2026

VBR vs. IWN: Which Small-Cap Value ETF Is the Better Buy?

VBR is significantly cheaper, with a 0.05% expense ratio compared to 0.24% for IWN. IWN offers a broader portfolio, with 1,389 holdings compared to VBR's 840 positions.

The Motley Fool • Aug 12, 2026

Should Vanguard Small-Cap Value Index Fund ETF Shares (VBR) Be on Your Investing Radar?

Looking for broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market? You should consider the Vanguard Small-Cap Value Index Fund ETF Shares (VBR), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on January 26, 2004.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 7, 2026

3 Undervalued Vanguard ETFs to Buy Before the End of July

The default Vanguard trade in 2026 has been simple: Buy Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:VOO) or Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (NYSEARCA:VTI), ride the S&P 500 and let the Magnificent Seven do the heavy lifting.

24/7 Wall Street • Jul 23, 2026

Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF Outshines State Street on Fees But is It the Better Buy?

Small-cap value stocks are the best performers year to date and over the past 12 months. The Vanguard Small Cap Value ETF has lower fees and solid long-term returns.

The Motley Fool • Jul 23, 2026