Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF VTWO

Zacks Investment Research 19 oct

VTWO, a passively managed small-cap blend ETF with $16.11 billion in assets, offers broad exposure to the small-cap segment with a low expense ratio of 0.06% and a dividend yield of 1.24%. The fund has gained 10.74% year-to-date and 11.62% over the past year, with a Zacks ETF Rank of 2 (Buy). It holds approximately 2,001 diversified holdings with heaviest allocation to Healthcare (20%), Financials, and Industrials sectors.

The Motley Fool 25 ago

With uncertainty surrounding whether the AI boom will deliver returns or become another bubble, investors face three scenarios: betting on AI winners through tech-heavy ETFs, hedging against an AI bust with bonds and international stocks, or diversifying across mid-cap and small-cap stocks to capture broader economic gains. The article recommends different ETF strategies based on individual beliefs about AI's future profitability.

The Motley Fool 22 jul

The author recommends the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) as the single best ETF to own, citing its diversification across 3,500 U.S. stocks, ultra-low 0.03% expense ratio, and inclusion of mid-cap and small-cap stocks. VTI is preferred over the S&P 500 ETF (VOO) due to better diversification beyond large-caps. With small-cap earnings expected to grow 18% in both 2026 and 2027, VTI is positioned to outperform in the near and long term.

The Motley Fool 18 jul

The article advocates for passive index investing through the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) rather than individual stock picking. VTI provides broad exposure to 3,500+ U.S. stocks with a low 0.03% expense ratio, allowing investors to participate in overall market growth without the difficulty and risk of selecting individual winners.

The Motley Fool 11 jul

The Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF is outperforming the S&P 500 in 2026, gaining 19% versus 9% for the benchmark index. Small-cap domestic companies are benefiting from geopolitical tensions affecting multinational corporations, favorable government policies including tariffs, and reduced regulations. The Russell 2000's exposure to companies like Bloom Energy and Credo Technology, which are primarily domestically focused, is insulating them from international risks.