Comparison of ETFs: VUG is larger and more liquid than VOOG, but has higher volatility and a deeper five-year drawdown; VOOG offers slightly better one-year returns and greater diversification with a lower concentration in technology stocks.
Expense Ratios and Holdings: VUG has a lower expense ratio and holds 160 stocks, while VOOG has 217 stocks and a marginally higher dividend yield, making VOOG more diversified with less weight on top holdings.
Performance Metrics: Both ETFs have similar performance over the last five years, but VUG's larger size provides better liquidity, with an AUM of over $357 billion compared to VOOG's $22 billion.
Investment Strategy: Both funds target large-cap growth stocks, with VUG tracking the CRSP U.S. Large Cap Growth Index and VOOG tracking the S&P 500 Growth Index, leading to differences in sector allocation and risk profiles.
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.
