VFQY: Look At JQUA And SPHQ Instead

Vanguard U.S. Quality Factor ETF holds over 400 U.S. stocks selected with quality metrics. VFQY has value characteristics and is well-diversified across holdings, sectors, and size segments. However, VFQY has lagged the Russell 3000 Index and at least four competitors since its inception.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 8, 2025

3 Great New Vanguard ETFs

#Morningstar #VanguardETFs #ETFInvesting These highly rated ETFs offer Vanguard investors something new. 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Vanguard Core Bond ETF VCRB 01:43 Vanguard Core Plus Bond ETF VPLS 02:33 Vanguard US Quality Factor ETF VFQY Zachary Evens: Few Vanguard ETFs fly under the radar these days.

Morningstar • Aug 4, 2025

VFQY: A Diversified, Low-Valuation Quality ETF Underperforming Peers

VFQY offers diversified exposure to high-quality U.S. stocks, with a tilt toward mid- and small-caps and less reliance on mega-cap tech. The fund trades at a significant valuation discount but lags peers and benchmarks in profitability and long-term performance, especially during bull markets. VFQY's sector allocation favors industrials and financials, resulting in lower growth and higher volatility compared to tech-heavy rivals.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 10, 2025

VFQY: A Higher-Risk Fund With Limited Upside Potential

Vanguard U.S. Quality Factor ETF has a low expense ratio of 0.13% but underperforms due to limited tech exposure and high cyclical sector exposure. VFQY's portfolio includes nearly 400 stocks, with a tilt towards value stocks. The fund's high turnover ratio of 55% leads to higher transaction costs, negatively impacting performance compared to the S&P 1500 index.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 31, 2025

2 Unstoppable Vanguard ETFs to Buy With $500 and Hold Forever

Don't let these two ETFs slip through the cracks.

The Motley Fool • Oct 4, 2024

VFQY: A Diversified But Underperforming Quality ETF

The Vanguard U.S. Quality Factor ETF has a diversified portfolio across market cap categories, resembling a value fund with a low price/earnings ratio. VFQY's performance has lagged the broader market and other quality ETFs, with higher volatility measures than expected. Despite attractive valuations and a unique screening model, VFQY has not delivered higher returns relative to the market.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 10, 2024

This Hidden Gem Vanguard ETF Is Chock-Full of Magnificent Stocks. Here's Why It's a Buy Now.

The Vanguard U.S. Quality Factor ETF is allocated based on specific criteria. The fund is heavily weighted in the consumer discretionary, industrial, and technology sectors.

The Motley Fool • Jul 21, 2024

What You Don't Know About These Vanguard And Fidelity ETFs Can Hurt Your Alpha

Vanguard offers factor-based ETFs that have shown outstanding performance compared to unmanaged, index-based comparison ETFs. Factor-based ETFs have now become mainstream investments, with a market share of over 20% globally. Assets under management for factor-based investments have grown significantly, leading many investors to include factor funds in their portfolios.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 3, 2024

VFQY: This Actively Managed ETF Has Lagged Passive Competitors

Vanguard U.S. Quality Factor ETF is an actively managed ETF holding over 300 stocks with relatively strong fundamentals. VFQY is well-diversified across holdings, sectors and size segments. Aggregate metrics look good, with a tilt to value without sacrificing growth.

Seeking Alpha • May 16, 2024

Vanguard's Hidden Gems: 3 Smaller ETFs Poised for Big Gains

If you ask investors to name one or more Vanguard ETFs, they'll tend to rhyme off some of the asset manager's largest funds.  Of the 100 largest ETFs by assets, Vanguard has five in the top 10, 12 in the top 25, and 32 in the top 100.

InvestorPlace • Apr 25, 2024