Should Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF (VTWG) Be on Your Investing Radar?

If you're interested in broad exposure to the Small Cap Growth segment of the US equity market, look no further than the Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF (VTWG), a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on September 22, 2010.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 12, 2026

A $14.5 Billion Small Cap Fund Holds 700 Stocks You've Never Heard Of

Small-cap stocks occupy a strange place in most portfolios. They deliver the highest long-term returns of any major asset class, yet vanish from investor attention for years at a time.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 10, 2026

VTWG Surged 222% And Charged Just 0.10% To Investors

Small-cap growth stocks have a reputation for volatility, but Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares ( NYSEARCA:VTWG ) offers something different: broad exposure to the Russell 2000 Growth Index at 0.10% in annual expenses.

24/7 Wall Street • Feb 8, 2026

Why a $17.2 Million Bet on Small Caps Signals Risk Appetite in 2026

Systelligence acquired 72,824 shares of VTWG worth an estimated $17.19 million. The transaction represented a 3.27% increase relative to the fund's $525.29 million reportable AUM.

The Motley Fool • Jan 24, 2026

This Wealth Firm Just Sold $8 Million in Small-Cap Stocks — Here's Why

Indiana-based LJI Wealth sold 34,737 shares of VTWG for an estimated $7.7 million in the third quarter. The transaction value represents about 1.3% in reportable assets at quarter's end.

The Motley Fool • Oct 30, 2025

VTWG ETF: Go Elsewhere For Small-Cap Growth Exposure

VTWG, a Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF, underperforms compared to other passively managed small-cap ETFs like VBK and VB, making it a less attractive investment. VTWG has higher volatility, less liquidity, and a negative Sharpe ratio, indicating poor risk-adjusted returns compared to its peers. The fund's portfolio turnover and subtle differences from the benchmark don't justify its lackluster performance and higher negative alpha.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 11, 2025

Prediction: These 5 High-Flying Vanguard ETFs Will Trounce the S&P 500 in 2025

The S&P 500 (^GSPC -0.30%) is on track to finish above 20% for the seventh time in the 21st century. If it gains only a little momentum, it could end the year up over 30% for the first time since 1997.

The Motley Fool • Dec 11, 2024

VTWG: Small-Cap Growth Could Win Big Under Trump

A Trump win could boost small-caps due to lower taxes and deregulation, making VTWG a compelling option for growth-focused investors. VTWG tracks the Russell 2000 Growth Index, offering diversified exposure to U.S. small-cap growth stocks with a low expense ratio of 0.15%. The fund's top holdings include diverse sectors like healthcare, aviation, retail, and technology, reflecting the innovative nature of small-cap growth companies.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 6, 2024

3 Small-Cap Growth ETFs With Standout Long-Term Performance

Rate cuts are coming, it seems, with the U.S. economy slowing down precipitously in July. Market watchers are increasingly seeing a potential 50 basis point (bps) cut in September with potentially even more cuts after that.

ETF Trends • Aug 2, 2024

Vanguard Has 17 Small And Mid-Cap ETFs. Which Are Best Right Now?

With so many small and mid-cap ETFs out there, which might be the best to own right now. I'll restrict this analysis to Vanguard ETFs which seem to have a reasonable exchange policy and which offers among the best returns over the long term. My top choices are based on which Vanguard ETF have shown the best returns over the last five years, with the admonition that past returns may not predict the future.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 8, 2024