2 Vanguard ETFs Outpacing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 This Year but Facing Near-Term Tests

The Vanguard Energy ETF could be vulnerable over the near term due to multiple factors. The Vanguard FTSE Pacific ETF may be pinched by factors familiar to U.S. investors.

The Motley Fool • Oct 7, 2026

Energy ETFs to Watch as Bond Market Carnage Shows Signs of Cooling

Energy ETFs are gaining as bond-market turmoil cools, with high oil prices supporting energy stocks while yield stabilization could lift sentiment.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 7, 2026

Bond Market Sell-Off: 3 of the Best ETFs to Buy Right Now

The Vanguard Financials ETF benefits as banks can charge higher interest rates for loans. The Vanguard Energy ETF focuses on a product that's needed in all interest rate environments.

The Motley Fool • Oct 5, 2026

Better Energy Sector ETF: Vanguard Energy ETF or First Trust Infrastructure Fund?

Vanguard Energy ETF offers a significantly lower expense ratio of 0.09% compared to 0.95% for First Trust North American Energy Infrastructure Fund. First Trust North American Energy Infrastructure Fund provides a higher 3.0% dividend yield but has lagged on 1-year total returns.

The Motley Fool • Oct 1, 2026

Would Trump's Proposed Diesel Export Ban Reduce U.S. Energy Prices? Actually, It Might Backfire.

U.S. diesel prices at the pump have surged 83% in 2026, and hit an all-time high on Sept. 22. Republican politicians, including President Donald Trump, have voiced support for a temporary ban on diesel exports from the U.S. The soaring price of diesel is not related to any domestic supply issues, as the U.S. refines far more of the fuel than the country needs.

The Motley Fool • Sep 26, 2026

Better Energy Sector ETF: Vanguard's VDE Focused on Oil and Gas vs. the iShares ICLN Targeting Clean Energy

The Vanguard Energy ETF has a significantly lower expense ratio than the iShares Global Clean Energy ETF. The Vanguard Energy ETF focuses on traditional U.S. energy companies while the iShares Global Clean Energy ETF targets the international renewable sector.

The Motley Fool • Sep 23, 2026

Better Energy Sector ETF: Vanguard's VDE Targeting Traditional Oil and Gas Giants vs. Invesco's Solar-Focused TAN

The Vanguard Energy ETF provides broad, low-cost exposure to the traditional energy sector compared to the higher fees of the Invesco Solar ETF. The Invesco Solar ETF focuses exclusively on solar energy companies, resulting in significantly higher volatility and a much deeper historical drawdown.

The Motley Fool • Sep 22, 2026

Reiterating The Hold Rating On The VDE ETF With A Caution

The Vanguard Energy ETF remains a cautious Hold as it benefits from surging oil prices and geopolitical turmoil. VDE's top holdings—Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Valero, and Marathon Petroleum—are well-positioned amid supply disruptions and U.S.-favored energy policy. VDE has rallied 18.4% since June 15, 2026, reaching record highs, with excellent ETF grades and a 2.17% yield.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 15, 2026

Fuel Costs Are Back on the Rise, and Trumpflation Is Spreading Across the Economy

Gas prices had eased in recent months but are now rising again, and diesel prices reached an all-time high this week. President Trump's tariffs and war with Iran are helping drive higher energy prices and inflation throughout the economy.

The Motley Fool • Sep 9, 2026

Goldman Sees Oil Hitting $120: ETFs That Are Poised to Benefit

Could oil hit $120? Goldman Sachs says prolonged supply disruptions could drive crude higher, creating opportunities for energy ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 8, 2026