SPDW Over VEA: A Comparative Analysis Of Developed Market ETFs

SPDR Portfolio Developed World ex-US ETF and Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF both earn buy ratings for global diversification and value. SPDW offers marginally superior risk-adjusted performance and lower volatility due to its optimized sampling, excluding micro-caps and focusing on core developed nations. Both ETFs provide lower P/E ratios than US markets, strong exposure to Japan's corporate reforms, and sectoral positioning in industrials and tech hardware.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 5, 2025

Here's How I'd Allocate $100,000 in Capital In This Topsy-Turvy Market

The Vanguard Utilities ETF (VPU) provides defensive exposure with one-third to one-half of returns coming from dividends. The iShares 20 Plus Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) offers 4.3% yield and hedges against stock market corrections.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 29, 2025

The 3 Best Vanguard ETFs to Buy in December

Vanguard remains one of the top exchange traded fund (ETF) providers in the market.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 29, 2025

This International ETF Might Be a Better Buy Than the VOO or QQQ

The international ETFs have had quite the impressive year, outperforming the likes of the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEARCA:VOO) as well as the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:QQQ) so far this year while rolling over far fewer bumps in the road.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 28, 2025

The 3 Vanguard ETFs I'm Most Excited About for 2026 And Beyond

In terms of top exchange traded fund (ETF) providers I think investors should consider, Vanguard remains a top pick of mine.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 17, 2025

Legendary Hedge Funds Bought These 2 Vanguard ETFs in Q3

The billionaire hedge funds have been buying and selling plenty of individual names over the past quarter.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 14, 2025

China ETFs' Paradox: Winning But Ignored in 2025

It's been a good year for international equity ETFs. As a category, broad exposure funds tapping into both developed and emerging market equities have delivered outsized gains relative to U.S. markets this year, as well as much sought portfolio diversification.

ETF Trends • Nov 5, 2025

1 Unstoppable Vanguard ETF I'm Stocking Up On in 2026

This ETF is on a stellar run in 2025, and more of the same could be in store next year. It provides exposure to a resurgent asset class, and that rebound is still in its infancy.

The Motley Fool • Nov 3, 2025

iShares Core MSCI EAFE ETF (IEFA) Offers Less Coverage Than Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets (VEA) at a Higher Cost

IEFA and VEA both offer broad developed-market coverage. However, IEFA excludes Canada and carries a higher fee.

The Motley Fool • Nov 3, 2025

Vanguard VEA ETF Boasts Broader Portfolio Than State Street's SPDR SPDW

Both ETF's sport a rock-bottom expense ratio. Vanguard's fund holds 60% more stocks.

The Motley Fool • Nov 2, 2025