VGT vs. SOXX: Should Investors Choose a Broad Tech ETF or a Niche Semiconductor Fund?

The Vanguard Information Technology ETF charges a much lower expense ratio and holds far more companies than the iShares Semiconductor ETF. SOXX delivered a stronger 1-year return and higher risk profile, while VGT has been less volatile with a shallower historical drawdown.

The Motley Fool • Dec 13, 2025

VGT vs. FTEC: How These Two Similar Tech ETFs Compare on Risk, Performance, and Scale

Both funds deliver nearly identical sector exposure and recent performance, with a minimal expense difference. Top holdings are similar, but VGT holds more stocks overall.

The Motley Fool • 11 hours ago

3 High-Powered ETFs That Have Doubled in Value in Just 3 Years

The ETFs featured here invest in many of the top growth stocks in the world. Many of these top growth stocks come from the tech sector, which means these ETFs also tend to be more volatile.

The Motley Fool • Dec 12, 2025

3 Unstoppable Growth ETFs to Stock Up On in 2026 and Beyond

Investing in ETFs can help mitigate risk while still amplifying your earnings. Growth ETFs sometimes carry more risk, but they also have potential for greater rewards.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2025

1 Tech ETF to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid in 2026

The Invesco Nasdaq 100 ETF (QQQM) mirrors the Nasdaq-100 index. QQQM is virtually the same as the Invesco QQQ Trust ETF, but with a lower expense ratio.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2025

Broad Tech Exposure vs. Generative AI: Is VGT or CHAT a Better Option for Investors?

CHAT has delivered much higher 1-year returns but comes with a steeper expense ratio and a narrower sector focus. VGT offers far greater diversification, lower costs, and a much deeper pool of assets under management.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2025

QQQ vs. VGT: What's the Better Tech ETF Going Into 2026?

VGT is missing key tech stocks because of how they're categorized by sector. Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple account for over 45% of VGT.

The Motley Fool • Dec 10, 2025

The 2 Best Vanguard Sector Index Funds to Buy Ahead of 2026, According to Wall Street

Among the 11 stock market sectors, Wall Street analysts currently see the most upside in information technology stocks (21%) and materials stocks (18%). Information technology was the best performing stock market sector in the last decade, and it outpaced the next closest sector by 460 percentage points.

The Motley Fool • Dec 9, 2025

1 Risky ETF You Want to Avoid Buying in December

The Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT) has outperformed all three major indexes through November. Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft account for over 45% of VGT.

The Motley Fool • Dec 6, 2025

What's One of the Best ETFs to Buy Right Now?

The Vanguard Information Technology ETF is benefiting from AI growth. As technology trends change, they'll be reflected in the ETF's makeup.

The Motley Fool • Dec 6, 2025