Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (VFV-T)
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130.87
5.62
(4.12%) 1d
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The Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (VFV-T) presents an attractive option for Canadian investors looking to gain exposure to the S&P 500 index, especially given its low management expense ratio (MER) of 9 basis points. However, potential investors should be aware that the index's holdings are heavily concentrated, with approximately 37% of its value tied up in just 10 companies, predominantly in the technology sector. This raises a concern regarding diversification; while the ETF may appear broadly diversified, it is significantly influenced by a small number of large-cap tech stocks. Therefore, understanding how this ETF fits within an existing portfolio is crucial before making an investment decision. The review does not discourage ownership but emphasizes the importance of awareness about the underlying risks and characteristics of the ETF.
Vanguard is a great place to start. Keep in mind that the S&P is broad market-cap exposure, so it's price x outstanding shares, with no connection to value. Rather, it's more a momentum strategy. Leaves you exposed to Magnificent 7 and concentration risk.
Note that it's a 9 bps expense ratio. Keep in mind that the S&P 500 is very tech and communications heavy, 30% tech and 9% communications. That space is not cheap. Risks. Those sectors have been almost the only leaders this year, so he expects some rotation into other sectors. Consider an equal weight ETF instead.
Or other similar ETFs? They're all basically the same thing: the S&P 500, the number one index in the world, holding every famous American stock you can think of. Looking ahead, he expects other country indexes to outpace the S&P 500, including the TSX. But you should still have some exposure to the S&P 500. Go with the equal-weighted S&P 500, rather than the hedged or unhedged ETF. Go with the EQL--it's fine. Don't worry about the CAD, because the Bank of Canada won't allow the CAD to go much above 79 cents.
Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF(VFV-T) Rating
Ranking : 4 out of 5
Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 2
Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 0
Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 0
Total Signals / Votes : 2
Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF(VFV-T) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF stock symbol?
Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF is a Canadian stock, trading under the symbol VFV-T on the Toronto Stock Exchange (VFV-CT). It is usually referred to as TSX:VFV or VFV-T
Is Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF a buy or a sell?
In the last year, 2 stock analysts published opinions about VFV-T. 2 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF.
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What is Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF stock price?
On 2025-04-10, Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (VFV-T) stock closed at a price of $130.87.
The S&P 500 index, but in Canadian dollars. Not expensive at 9 bps MER. But, as he's pointed out before, the S&P has about 37% bunched up around 10 names (with 8 of those being tech names). So you can think it's extremely diversified, but it's not.
He's not saying not to own it, but you need to know what you're buying compared to what you already own in your portfolio.