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VGT ETF · Vanguard Information Technology ETF
The Vanguard Information Technology ETF (ticker: VGT) is a financial instrument that enables investors to gain broad exposure to the U.S. information technology sector, offering potential diversification benefits for an investment portfolio. It aims to closely track the performance of the MSCI US Investable Market Information Technology 25/50 Index. This index encompasses stocks of large, mid, and small U.S. companies in the field of information technology.VGT was established in 2004. Its portfolio includes tech giants such as Apple Inc., Microsoft Corporation, and Visa Inc., among others. It should be noted that although VGT includes companies from the IT industry, it excludes stocks from certain tech-related areas like Amazon and Facebook since these are classified under the 'Consumer Discretionary' and 'Communication Services' sectors respectively in the GICS classification scheme. Primarily designed for buy-and-hold investors, VGT offers an instrument for individuals and institutions wanting substantial exposure to the performance dynamics of the tech sector without investing directly in individual company stocks. Keep in mind that as with any investment option, there are inherent risks associated with investing in an ETF. Always conduct thorough research or consider consulting a financial advisor prior to making any investment decisions to ensure they align with your financial goals and risk tolerance levels.
Performance & flows
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -2.81%  | -5.62%  | +29.82% | +88.40% | +97.87% | +2.16% | +2.16% | -5.30% | |
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Risk profile
Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | -5.62% | +29.82% | +88.40% | +97.87% |
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Sustainability
ESG Consensus® by Conser
Our partner Conser gathers the industry's consensus on the business practices of the underlying holdings. We have computed the following metrics about VGT ETF's sustainability, based on their methodology.
ESG Consensus® is based on the Final Sustainability Grade, which itself consists of 10 grades. Our partner Conser calculates the exact grade, based on market intelligence, using their proprietary ESG Consensus® methodology.
VGT’s has a Final Sustainability Grade of either A+, A, or A-.
Replication
Issuer
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
VOO | Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | €716.62B |
VTI | Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF | €490.68B |
VEA | Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF | €179.42B |
VUG | Vanguard Growth ETF | €162.5B |
VTV | Vanguard Value ETF | €142.43B |
Frequently asked questions about VGT
What does Vanguard Information Technology ETF, VGT, invest in?
VGT is a Passive ETF. This ETF provides exposure to US Information Technology Equities.
Which benchmark or index does VGT replicate?
VGT tracks the MSCI US IMI Information Technology 25-50 Gross Total Return USD Index - USD, through a full replication replication method.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of VGT?
VGT carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.09%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was VGT launched?
VGT was introduced to the market on January 26, 2004. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of VGT?
Vanguard Information Technology ETF, VGT, is provided by Vanguard. Learn more about Vanguard here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of VGT?
VGT oversees €92.94B in assets as of April 2, 2026.
How has VGT performed lately?
Based on data from April 2, 2026, VGT returned -2.81% over the past month, -5.62% over the last three months and -5.30% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for VGT?
As of April 2, 2026, VGT recorded net flows of -€2.08B over the last month and +€527M year-to-date.
Does VGT distribute dividends?
VGT follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 2, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 0.43%.
What are the main country or region exposures of VGT?
As of February 28, 2026, VGT has significant geographic allocations in USA and Ireland.
In which sector or theme does VGT invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, VGT focuses largely on Information Technology.
How many securities does VGT hold and how diversified is it?
As of February 28, 2026, VGT holds 317 positions in its portfolio, with 64.46% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in VGT?
As of February 28, 2026, VGT top three holdings include NVIDIA, APPLE and MICROSOFT-T.
What is the base currency of VGT?
The base currency of VGT is USD.
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