This Vanguard ETF Doesn't Get Much Attention, But It's Beating Rivals

Relative to other Vanguard offerings, this low volatility ETF is unheralded. It shouldn't be because it bests some of its direct competitors.

The Motley Fool • 14 hours ago

3 Vanguard ETFs to Buy to Protect Your Portfolio From a Potential Stock Market Crash

After a three-year bull market in U.S. stocks, it's worthwhile to consider different ways to protect some of those gains. Investing in bonds and low-volatility stocks are two common ways to reduce broader portfolio risk.

The Motley Fool • Feb 17, 2026

3 Vanguard ETFs to Buy to Protect Your Portfolio from a Potential Stock Market Crash

The Vanguard Short-Term Treasury ETF is reliable safe haven in today's market dynamics. The Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF provides exposure to 11,444 government and investment-grade corporate bonds.

The Motley Fool • Feb 1, 2026

VFMV: FDLO May Be A Better Choice

The Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF targets low aggregate volatility with a diversified, value-tilted portfolio of 198 U.S. stocks. VFMV has underperformed the Russell 3000 benchmark and most low-volatility peers since inception. The return, Sharpe ratio, dividend yield, and growth are unattractive, and key competitor FDLO offers better risk-adjusted performance.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 29, 2025

Worried About an AI Bubble? These 2 Vanguard ETFs Can Help Keep Your Portfolio Safe.

Investing in diverse, low-cost Vanguard funds can be a good way to minimize risk. The Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF focuses on dividend stocks with solid, recurring income.

The Motley Fool • Oct 26, 2025

VFMV: Offering More Benefits Than Just Low Volatility

Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF deserves a buy rating due to its diversified, low-volatility portfolio, steady growth holdings, and attractive valuation compared to broader U.S. funds. The ETF's top holdings, like Johnson & Johnson, Texas Instruments, and Verizon, offer resilience, consistent growth, and favorable valuations. VFMV's lower volatility, competitive expense ratio, and sector diversification make it a compelling choice amid high S&P 500 valuations.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 30, 2025

VFMV: An ETF For Recessionary Environments

The Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF aims for long-term capital appreciation by investing in U.S. stocks that minimize volatility relative to the broad market. The ETF uses a quantitative model to select U.S. large, mid, and small-cap stocks with strong recent performance, ensuring portfolio diversification and liquidity. With the S&P 500 experiencing a -10% correction, this ETF offers retail investors a way to protect their portfolios while staying invested in equities.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 28, 2025

Low Volatility ETF (VFMV) Hits New 52-Week High

For investors seeking momentum, Vanguard U.S. Minimum Volatility ETF VFMV is probably on the radar. The fund just hit a 52-week high and is up 20.46% from its 52-week low price of $106.80/share.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 27, 2025

Retirees: 5 Low-Volatility ETFs to Own If You Don't Want to See Your Nest Egg Crash

Aspiring retirees spend many years saving up money so they have a large enough nest egg for retirement.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 4, 2025

3 Overlooked Vanguard ETFs to Buy in 2025

In this piece, we'll check in on some of the more underrated exchange-traded fund (ETF) products that may be worth looking into as the great bull market runs for another year.

24/7 Wall Street • Jan 18, 2025