VBR vs. IJJ: Are Small-Cap or Mid-Cap Stocks the Better Choice for Value Investors?

VBR carries a much lower expense ratio than IJJ and holds a broader basket of small-cap value stocks. IJJ tilts more heavily toward financials and mid-cap companies, with slightly less volatility over five years.

The Motley Fool • Feb 14, 2026

Is the Small-Cap Rebound Here? 3 ETFs Set to Surge 45% by 2028

Small-caps have only outperformed the S&P 500 once since 2017. We're already seeing signs of a rotation into small caps and value stocks as investors question valuations.

The Motley Fool • Feb 6, 2026

Defensive ETFs Beyond Gold: Where to Invest When Metals Cool

With gold and silver prices tumbling, discover defensive ETFs that help cushion portfolios beyond metals.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 2, 2026

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

Launched on January 26, 2004, the Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF (VBR) is a passively managed exchange traded fund designed to provide a broad exposure to the Small Cap Value segment of the US equity market.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 28, 2026

With Markets on Edge, Defensive ETFs Deserve a Second Look

Rising geopolitical risks, Fed uncertainty and credit card policy debates make defensive ETFs worth a look.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 14, 2026

Is it Time to Pay Attention to Value ETF Investing Again?

As geopolitical risks rise and volatility lingers, value investing stands out as an attractive strategy. Look at ETFs to simplify the implementation of the strategy.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 7, 2026

VBR Offers Greater Size While ISCV Pays Higher Yield

VBR is much larger and more liquid than ISCV, but comes with a slightly higher expense ratio. ISCV holds more stocks, while VBR has delivered stronger five-year growth.

The Motley Fool • Dec 31, 2025

VBR vs. SLYV: Why VBR's Lower Fees and Broader Diversification Give it The Edge

Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF charges a lower expense ratio and manages a much larger asset base than State Street SPDR S&P 600 Small Cap Value ETF VBR has delivered stronger 1-year and 5-year total returns with slightly less historical drawdown Both funds tilt toward industrials and financials, but VBR holds considerably more stocks These 10 Stocks Could Mint the Next Wave of Millionaires ›

The Motley Fool • Dec 30, 2025

VBR vs. ISCV: Which Small-Cap Value ETF Is the Better Buy for Investors?

VBR is far larger and more liquid than ISCV, but it carries a slightly higher expense ratio ISCV holds more stocks and leans more toward financials, while VBR tilts toward industrials. Both funds posted similar five-year drawdowns, but VBR delivered marginally higher five-year growth.

The Motley Fool • Dec 27, 2025

IJJ vs. VBR: Should Value Investors Choose Mid-Cap Stability or Small-Cap Growth Potential?

VBR charges a much lower expense ratio and holds a broader basket of small-cap value stocks. IJJ is much smaller in scale and has a tilt toward mid-cap financials.

The Motley Fool • Dec 27, 2025