Vanguard US Momentum Factor ETF

VFMO

Market cap $1.12B

Overview Fund Activity

186.86 USD

+0.42

0.23%

At close Updated Sep 17, 4:00 PM EDT

1 day

0.23%

5 days

1.15%

1 month

4.71%

3 months

13.19%

6 months

20.74%

Year to date

13.14%

1 year

18.47%

5 years

101.99%

10 years

141.42%

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Funds holding %

of 7,463 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

29% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 54 | Existing positions reduced: 42

21% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $470M [Q1] → $569M (+$99M) [Q2]

18% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 20 | Existing positions closed: 17

2.15% more ownership

Funds ownership: 49.99% [Q1] → 52.14% (+2.15%) [Q2]

1% more funds holding

Funds holding: 135 [Q1] → 136 (+1) [Q2]

25% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 4 [Q1] → 3 (-1) [Q2]

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Financial journalist opinion

Investors Business Daily

Vanguard Boldly Pushes Into A Nearly Taboo Area — Higher Fees

Vanguard's deceased founder Jack Bogle routinely slammed other firms for offering more expensive actively managed funds. Now his firm is doing just that.

Vanguard Boldly Pushes Into A Nearly Taboo Area — Higher Fees

VFMO: Sticking With The Vanguard Momentum Strategy Amid Sector Rotation

The Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF has experienced recent volatility, but remains a buy due to its valuation and emerging relative strength. VFMO's assets under management have grown significantly, and it offers a low expense ratio and attractive PEG ratio despite recent performance issues. The ETF has a diversified portfolio with significant exposure to mid- and small-cap stocks, and a shift towards value stocks is expected.

VFMO: Sticking With The Vanguard Momentum Strategy Amid Sector Rotation

The Motley Fool

After Beating the S&P 500 in 2024, This Vanguard Growth ETF Is Already Up Over 6% in 2025

The Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF (VFMO -2.90%) narrowly beat the S&P 500 in 2024. But it is already up 6.3% year to date as of Jan. 26, outperforming the S&P 500's 3.7% gain.

After Beating the S&P 500 in 2024, This Vanguard Growth ETF Is Already Up Over 6% in 2025

VFMO: Diversification A Negative For Vanguard's Momentum ETF

VFMO is Vanguard's U.S. Momentum Factor ETF and offers investors diversified exposure to small, mid, and large-cap stocks with strong short- and long-term momentum features. Diversification is often seen as a positive selling point, but in this case, it's hindered returns since its February 13, 2018, launch date. VFMO lagged behind large-cap momentum stocks, represented by SPMO, by 1.28% per year from March 2018 to December 2023 and then underperformed by a massive 28% in 2024.

VFMO: Diversification A Negative For Vanguard's Momentum ETF

The Motley Fool

Don't Miss This Actively Managed Vanguard ETF That Could Supercharge Your Returns

This Vanguard fund could help diversify your ETF portfolio.

Don't Miss This Actively Managed Vanguard ETF That Could Supercharge Your Returns

VFMO: Strong Diversification, Solid Returns With This Momentum ETF

I have a buy rating on VFMO due to its solid diversification, high relative strength, and impressive technicals, indicating more upside potential. VFMO's modified equal-weighted portfolio offers a unique approach compared to MTUM and SPMO, making it a standout mid-cap ETF with strong performance. The ETF's diverse sector allocation, solid valuation metrics, and bullish seasonal trends make it a compelling investment choice.

VFMO: Strong Diversification, Solid Returns With This Momentum ETF

VFMO: A Diversified Momentum ETF At Modest Valuation

Vanguard U.S. Momentum Factor ETF offers well-diversified allocations with modest valuations, making it attractive in a stretched valuation environment. VFMO's top holdings are mostly in the technology sector, but the fund maintains a diversified investment profile compared to the Russell 3000 index. VFMO's performance has been on par with benchmarks over 3-5 years, but has outperformed in the short term, despite modest exposure to mega caps.

VFMO: A Diversified Momentum ETF At Modest Valuation

VFMO: Inexpensive ETF Outperforming The S&P 500 And Peer Funds

Vanguard's U.S. Momentum Factor ETF has the ability to outperform the S&P 500 Index and peer momentum funds due to its quantitative holdings selection method. VFMO has a low expense ratio and strong performance with broad diversification of market caps and sectors. VFMO's selection methodology has achieved momentum greater than its peers despite a lower turnover rate in holdings.

The Motley Fool

Vanguard ETFs: An Overview

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have emerged as a favored instrument for investors seeking straightforwardness, outstanding performance, and cost-effectiveness. Vanguard has transformed into a preferred ETF provider, owing to the company's approach that prioritizes the interests of shareholders.

The Motley Fool

This Is the Perfect Vanguard ETF for Investors With a Fear of Missing Out on the Market's Biggest Winners

This Vanguard ETF provides a cure for the fear of missing out. It owns 594 stocks with strong momentum, including leaders such as Meta, Nvidia, Broadcom, and Eli Lilly.

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