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The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)
VANGUARD US DIV APPR IDX ETF
VGG-T
TOP PICK
Aug 12, 2025
Stock price when the opinion was issued
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Capital gains are generally the most tax-efficient in a non-registered account, which is likely why it seems most individuals hold VGG in a registered account as it pays a distribution. However, the distribution is small (1.6%), so we would not be overly concerned with the slight tax efficiency downside within a non-registered account. We would be comfortable holding with a non-registered account.
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For anything that's related to just the S&P 500, you really need to know what you're buying. Make sure you diversify beyond the top 10 S&P names. Perhaps VGG, where you still get exposure to tech but more dividend appreciation. Another approach is to look at ETFS that focus on quality, such as QUAL or ZUQ among other names. These two screen for strong ROEs and low leverage.
Premium contentThis Vanguard ETF focuses on US equities that demonstrate growing dividends over time -- a good inflation hedge along with growth potential. What makes it particularly interesting is its lower volatility despite a 13% average annual growth since inception over 10 years ago. It also ranked in the top10% of an informal evaluation for minimizing losses during the market downturns in 2022 and 2018. We recommend setting a stop-loss at $83, looking to achieve $111 -- upside potential of 18%. Yield 1.1%
Premium contentWe reiterate this Vanguard ETF, which focuses on US equities that demonstrate growing dividends over time, as a TOP PICK. What makes it particularly interesting is its lower volatility despite a 13% average annual growth since inception over 10 years ago. It also ranked in the top10% of an informal evaluation for minimizing losses during the market downturns in 2022 and 2018. We continue to recommend setting a stop-loss at $83, looking to achieve $115 -- upside potential of 18%. Yield 1.1%
We again reiterate VGG as a TOP PICK. It is a low-MER ETF that offers exposure to US high tech giants along with dividend growing companies. It manages well in good times and holds its value better during market declines. We recommend trailing up the stop (from $83) to $90, looking to achieve $116 -- upside potential of 18%. Yield 1.1%