Comparison of ETFs: The Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (MGK) and the Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (VOOG) both target U.S. large-cap growth stocks but differ in diversification, sector focus, and performance, with VOOG offering broader diversification and a slightly higher 1-year total return.
Expense Ratios and Returns: Both ETFs have a low expense ratio of 0.07%, but VOOG has a higher dividend yield, making it more appealing for income-focused investors, while MGK has shown stronger cumulative growth despite higher volatility.
Sector Exposure: MGK is more concentrated with 66 holdings and a heavier tilt towards technology (58%), while VOOG holds 217 stocks with a more balanced sector exposure, including significant allocations to technology, communication services, and consumer cyclical.
Investment Strategy: MGK focuses on mega-cap stocks, which can lead to greater volatility, while VOOG's broader approach may reduce risk but could also result in lower returns during tech rallies, making the choice between them dependent on individual investment goals.
Wall Street analysts forecast VOOG stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VOOG is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Wall Street analysts forecast VOOG stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VOOG is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
